School Overview
Penn Wood High School, located in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, is the sole high school serving the William Penn School District. The school operates across two campuses—the Ninth Grade Academy and the 10-12th Grade Campus—and draws students from a diverse set of surrounding communities, including Yeadon, Darby, Colwyn, and East Lansdowne. As a central pillar of the district, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success through a wide range of core subjects, elective courses, and vocational opportunities.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Penn Wood High School fosters a vibrant school culture characterized by a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, performing arts, and student organizations. The institution emphasizes community engagement and strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that supports the personal and social development of its student body. By leveraging its resources and regional partnerships, the school aims to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate an evolving global landscape while maintaining a strong commitment to the success of the local community.
1,148
Total Students
91.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Penn Wood HS
Demographic Student Count
White32
Hispanic39
Black1,019
Asian13
Two or More40
American Indian5
  • Black
    1,019 (88.8%)
  • Two or More
    40 (3.5%)
  • Hispanic
    39 (3.4%)
  • White
    32 (2.8%)
  • Asian
    13 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: William Penn SD
Phone: (610)284-8080
Website: http://www.wpsd.k12.pa.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,148
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 91.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 32
Grade 10 389
Grade 11 358
Grade 12 369

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Penn Wood HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 932
Grade 10389
Grade 11358
Grade 12369
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Penn Wood HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54847.7%
Male60052.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)