Central Bucks High School - West, often shortened to CB West, is a public high school housing students in grades ten through twelve. It is located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania and is part of the Central Bucks School District. During the 2020-2021 school year, CB West had a total enrollment of 1,491.
Serving 1,391 students in grades 10-12, Central Bucks High School-west ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Bucks High School-west ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Bucks High School-west's student population of 1,391 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
Central Bucks High School-west 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 Central Bucks High School-west is 0.33, 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
#294 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
81%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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: Buckshot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Bucks High School-west's ranking?
Central Bucks High School-west is ranked #294 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Bucks High School-west often compared to?
Central Bucks High School-westis often viewed alongside schools like Central Bucks High School-east, Central Bucks High School-south by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-west?
The graduation rate of Central Bucks High School-west is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Bucks High School-west?
1,391 students attend Central Bucks High School-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Central Bucks High School-west students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Bucks High School-west?
Central Bucks High School-west has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Bucks High School-west offer ?
Central Bucks High School-west offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Bucks High School-west part of?
Central Bucks High School-west is part of Central Bucks School District.
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