Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School is a district-run magnet high school in Upper Roxborough, Northwest Philadelphia. It is a part of the School District of Philadelphia. The school's Advanced Placement participation was 34 percent during the 2014 school year.
Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Lankenau High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lankenau High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lankenau High School's student population of 228 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lankenau High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lankenau High School is 0.24, 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
#1840 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
87%
14%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Philadelphia City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lankenau High School's ranking?
Lankenau High School is ranked #1840 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lankenau High School often compared to?
Lankenau High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Building 21 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lankenau High School?
The graduation rate of Lankenau High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lankenau High School?
228 students attend Lankenau High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lankenau High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lankenau High School?
Lankenau High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lankenau High School offer ?
Lankenau High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lankenau High School part of?
Lankenau High School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lankenau High School located?
Lankenau High School is located in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Roxborough.
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