Upper Merion Area High School is a comprehensive public high school, operated by the Upper Merion Area School District, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, in Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania, in the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Serving 1,326 students in grades 9-12, Upper Merion Area High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Merion Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Upper Merion Area High School's student population of 1,326 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Upper Merion Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Merion Area High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#799 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
16%
14%
White
44%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Upper Merion Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Merion Area High School's ranking?
Upper Merion Area High School is ranked #799 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Merion Area High School?
The graduation rate of Upper Merion Area High School is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Upper Merion Area High School?
1,326 students attend Upper Merion Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Upper Merion Area High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Merion Area High School?
Upper Merion Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Merion Area High School offer ?
Upper Merion Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Merion Area High School part of?
Upper Merion Area High School is part of Upper Merion Area School District.
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