Upper Moreland High School is a comprehensive public high school, serving grades 9–12, located in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, about fifteen miles outside of Philadelphia.
Serving 1,077 students in grades 9-12, Upper Moreland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,077 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Moreland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Moreland High School's student population of 1,077 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,077 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Upper Moreland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Moreland High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1033 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
64%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Golden Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Moreland High School's ranking?
Upper Moreland High School is ranked #1033 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Moreland High School often compared to?
Upper Moreland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hatboro-horsham Sr. High School, Abington Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Moreland High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Moreland High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upper Moreland High School?
1,077 students attend Upper Moreland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Upper Moreland High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Moreland High School?
Upper Moreland High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Moreland High School offer ?
Upper Moreland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Moreland High School part of?
Upper Moreland High School is part of Upper Moreland Township School District.
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