Upper Perkiomen High School is a public high school in Red Hill in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States, with a Pennsburg post office address. It is part of the Upper Perkiomen School District.
Serving 1,021 students in grades 9-12, Upper Perkiomen High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Perkiomen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Perkiomen High School's student population of 1,021 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,021 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Upper Perkiomen High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Perkiomen High School is 0.34, 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
#370 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Perkiomen High School's ranking?
Upper Perkiomen High School is ranked #370 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Perkiomen High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Perkiomen High School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upper Perkiomen High School?
1,021 students attend Upper Perkiomen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Upper Perkiomen High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Perkiomen High School?
Upper Perkiomen High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Perkiomen High School offer ?
Upper Perkiomen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Upper Perkiomen High School part of?
Upper Perkiomen High School is part of Upper Perkiomen School District.
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