Radnor Senior High School

Summary:

Radnor Senior High School is a public high school serving grades 9-12 in Radnor, Pennsylvania, part of the highly-ranked Radnor Township School District. This exceptional school consistently outperforms the state average on academic metrics, boasts excellent graduation rates, and serves a diverse student population with exceptional results across all subgroups.

Radnor Senior High School's academic performance is truly standout, with 79.5% of 11th-graders proficient or better in Algebra I, 81.7% in Biology, and 89.2% in Literature, far exceeding the state averages of 41.6%, 50.5%, and 63.2%, respectively. The school's four-year graduation rate ranges from 87.0% to 96.9%, significantly higher than the state average. Radnor Senior also performs exceptionally well across student subgroups, ranking 11th out of 665 Pennsylvania high schools for female students, 23rd out of 662 for male students, 12th out of 121 for Asian students, 4th out of 274 for Hispanic students, and 14th out of 150 for multi-racial students.

Compared to nearby schools like Lankenau High School and Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area High School, Radnor Senior High School stands out with its significantly higher proficiency rates and graduation rates. While the school spends more per student than the state average, between $23,048 and $28,989, its low student-teacher ratio of 12.2 to 13.3 may contribute to its academic success. Radnor Senior High School's consistent high performance and 5-star rating from SchoolDigger demonstrate its commitment to providing an exceptional education for its students.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 130 King of Prussia Rd
       Radnor, PA  19087-5298


(610) 293-0855

District: Radnor Township School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
16th of 686 Pennsylvania High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $26,868 Help


Feeder schools for Radnor Senior High School:

Elementary:    Ithan Elementary School
    Radnor Elementary School
    Wayne Elementary School
Middle:    Radnor Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.2 Help
Number of students:  1,126

Racial breakdown:

White:
69.0%
Asian:
15.8%
Hispanic:
6.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  15% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Radnor Senior High School ranks better than 97.7% of high schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.15. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Radnor Senior High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (69%), Asian (15.8%), Hispanic (6.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 15% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Radnor Senior High School is 12.2. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Radnor Senior High School is $26,868.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Radnor Senior High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Radnor Senior High School 16th of 686 Pennsylvania public high schools. (See Radnor Senior High School in the ranking list.)

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Radnor Township School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Radnor Township School District 11th of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Radnor Senior High School

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Rank History for all students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 96.10 7th 583 98.8%
2004 91.95 22nd 590 96.3%
2005 87.91 26th 593 95.6%
2006 89.00 14th 604 97.7%
2007 89.93 13th 615 97.9%
2008 92.71 11th 621 98.2%
2009 93.83 9th 632 98.6%
2010 92.70 7th 649 98.9%
2011 87.66 30th 660 95.5%
2012 86.62 29th 664 95.6%
2013 91.25 13th 591 97.8%
2014 89.17 23rd 580 96.0%
2015 88.27 28th 680 95.9%
2016 87.84 16th 677 97.6%
2017 90.04 16th 663 97.6%
2018 88.94 26th 673 96.1%
2019 90.05 22nd 693 96.8%
2021 88.62 22nd 537 95.9%
2022 90.25 21st 634 96.7%
2023 93.87 20th 674 97.0%
2024 95.15 16th 686 97.7%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 92.76 7th 129 94.6%
2024 89.26 14th 150 90.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 82.92 84th 652 87.1%
2024 83.87 78th 664 88.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 94.91 11th 665 98.3%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 99.12 7th 502 98.6%
2024 97.59 17th 513 96.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 94.84 23rd 662 96.5%
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Rank History for Asian students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 72.01 41st 112 63.4%
2024 82.54 12th 121 90.1%
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Rank History for African American students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 84.05 37th 260 85.8%
2024 60.35 96th 284 66.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 98.99 2nd 252 99.2%
2024 98.76 4th 274 98.5%
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Rank History for White students at Radnor Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 93.50 20th 577 96.5%
2024 94.87 18th 595 97.0%
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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a student
Monday, September 21, 2009

Open Quote I spent most of my life struggling in school but whenever one of my friends attending a different school are working on their homework, I automatically feel smart. I feel this way because I look over their shoulder and notice what they're working on and it's never even close to what I'm learning. Even though some of my friends are in the same grade as me, their education is not as great. I used to think it was a pain having such strict teachers but I honestly love it because I get the education that some students only dream of. I've come to notice that Radnor has a strong staff that not only cares about a student's academic performance, but makes it clear that they want you to succeed. It isn't everyday that some students can wake up to that. The facilities alone make me realize how blessed I am to be part of such an elite high school. I don't know who reads these reviews, but if this is a parent who is looking for a school for their kids, don't hesitate to keep this as an option. I have just started my senior year and since the first day I walked the halls of Radnor High, I've seen nothing but improvement when I thought it couldn't get any better. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Radnor Senior High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 837 40 33 13 0 n/a n/a 0 923
1989 752 49 52 13 0 n/a n/a 0 866
1990 699 49 63 18 0 n/a n/a 0 829
1991 673 35 61 13 0 n/a n/a 0 782
1992 680 28 62 15 0 n/a n/a 0 785
1993 701 34 57 7 0 n/a n/a 0 799
1994 701 42 54 22 0 n/a n/a 0 819
1995 723 48 66 15 0 n/a n/a 0 852
1996 723 48 66 15 0 n/a n/a 0 852
1997 745 44 74 10 0 n/a n/a 0 873
1998 755 44 79 10 0 n/a n/a 0 888
1999 769 43 81 13 0 n/a n/a 0 906
2000 758 36 96 12 0 n/a n/a 0 902
2001 783 42 98 14 0 n/a n/a 0 937
2002 873 43 98 13 1 n/a n/a 0 1028
2003 873 43 98 13 1 n/a n/a 0 1028
2004 911 42 93 15 3 n/a n/a 0 1064
2005 927 48 108 20 1 n/a n/a 0 1104
2006 948 45 110 22 1 n/a n/a 0 1126
2007 999 56 125 28 2 n/a n/a 0 1210
2008 974 71 138 26 1 n/a n/a 0 1210
2009 983 70 152 26 1 n/a n/a 0 1232
2010 965 77 171 27 1 n/a n/a 0 1241
2011 925 70 169 33 0 0 0 0 1197
2012 911 64 162 36 0 0 0 0 1173
2013 913 70 163 30 0 0 1 0 1177
2014 932 58 156 33 0 0 1 0 1180
2015 913 64 168 27 0 0 0 0 1172
2016 912 70 160 34 0 0 1 0 1177
2017 895 76 175 42 0 0 2 0 1190
2018 870 83 182 48 0 0 6 0 1189
2019 892 83 183 54 0 0 7 0 1219
2020 856 65 195 66 0 0 14 0 1196
2021 833 69 196 76 0 0 21 0 1195
2022 809 65 185 79 0 0 27 0 1165
2023 777 66 178 70 0 2 33 0 1126

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Radnor Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 923 93.0 9.9 n/a
1989 866 84.0 10.3 n/a
1990 829 73.0 11.3 0
1991 782 69.4 11.2 n/a
1992 785 71.6 10.9 n/a
1993 799 65.1 12.3 n/a
1994 819 65.9 12.4 n/a
1995 852 74.4 11.5 n/a
1996 852 74.4 11.5 n/a
1997 873 77.6 11.3 n/a
1998 888 80.0 11.1 n/a
1999 906 80.2 11.3 n/a
2000 902 81.8 11.0 4.8
2001 937 82.5 11.4 5
2002 1028 84.3 12.2 3.9
2003 1028 84.3 12.2 3.9
2004 1064 82.1 13.0 2.5
2005 1104 86.9 12.7 3.6
2006 1126 93.4 12.1 5.4
2007 1210 95.2 12.7 5.6
2008 1210 99.7 12.1 4.3
2009 1232 96.0 12.8 5.8
2010 1241 97.4 12.7 5.2
2011 1197 91.0 13.1 7.2
2012 1173 91.8 12.7 8.3
2013 1177 92.0 12.7 9.6
2014 1180 92.4 12.7 10.6
2015 1172 90.0 13.0 10.1
2016 1177 92.0 12.7 10.7
2017 1190 88.9 13.3 10.8
2018 1189 90.1 13.1 11.5
2019 1219 89.4 13.6 10.4
2020 1196 91.0 13.1 10.8
2021 1195 89.8 13.3 11.5
2022 1165 90.4 12.8 10.2
2023 1126 91.6 12.2 15

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Radnor Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 923 93.0 9.9 n/a
1989 866 84.0 10.3 n/a
1990 829 73.0 11.3 0
1991 782 69.4 11.2 n/a
1992 785 71.6 10.9 n/a
1993 799 65.1 12.3 n/a
1994 819 65.9 12.4 n/a
1995 852 74.4 11.5 n/a
1996 852 74.4 11.5 n/a
1997 873 77.6 11.3 n/a
1998 888 80.0 11.1 n/a
1999 906 80.2 11.3 n/a
2000 902 81.8 11.0 4.8
2001 937 82.5 11.4 5
2002 1028 84.3 12.2 3.9
2003 1028 84.3 12.2 3.9
2004 1064 82.1 13.0 2.5
2005 1104 86.9 12.7 3.6
2006 1126 93.4 12.1 5.4
2007 1210 95.2 12.7 5.6
2008 1210 99.7 12.1 4.3
2009 1232 96.0 12.8 5.8
2010 1241 97.4 12.7 5.2
2011 1197 91.0 13.1 7.2
2012 1173 91.8 12.7 8.3
2013 1177 92.0 12.7 9.6
2014 1180 92.4 12.7 10.6
2015 1172 90.0 13.0 10.1
2016 1177 92.0 12.7 10.7
2017 1190 88.9 13.3 10.8
2018 1189 90.1 13.1 11.5
2019 1219 89.4 13.6 10.4
2020 1196 91.0 13.1 10.8
2021 1195 89.8 13.3 11.5
2022 1165 90.4 12.8 10.2
2023 1126 91.6 12.2 15

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Radnor Senior High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $175 (0.8%) $22,873 (99.2%) $23,048
2020 $221 (0.8%) $28,768 (99.2%) $28,989
2021 $598 (2.3%) $25,233 (97.7%) $25,830
2022 $599 (2.2%) $26,269 (97.8%) $26,868

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Radnor Senior High School

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Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 22nd of 693 High schoolsRanks 20th of 674 High schools
 0.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade Algebra I (Radnor Senior High School)91.373.3
 18%
   11th Grade Algebra I (Pennsylvania)63.334.1
 29.2%
11th Grade Biology (Radnor Senior High School)88.775.7
 13%
   11th Grade Biology (Pennsylvania)63.250.7
 12.5%
11th Grade Literature (Radnor Senior High School)92.790.6
 2.1%
   11th Grade Literature (Pennsylvania)71.565.3
 6.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students12191126
 7.6%
African American8366
 20.5%
American Indian00
Asian183178
 2.7%
Hispanic5470
 29.6%
Pacific Islander02
White892777
 12.9%
Two or More Races733
 371.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients10.4%15%
 4.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Radnor Senior High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,126 students attended Radnor Senior High School.

Students at Radnor Senior High School are 69% White, 16% Asian, 6% Hispanic, 6% African American, 3% Two or more races.

Radnor Senior High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Ithan Elementary School
Elementary : Radnor Elementary School
Elementary : Wayne Elementary School
Middle : Radnor Middle School

Yes! Radnor Senior High School is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 16th of 686 Pennsylvania high schools.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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