Wissahickon School District’s Wissahickon High School has achieved the highest rating in the state based on the most recent Pennsylvania School Performance Profile. With a total 101.8 SPP score, Wissahickon is one of only three high schools in the state to score over 100. Used as a tool to measure student progress and achievement, the SPP is based on a specific criteria weighted heavily on standardized test scores.

From Philly.Com:

The scores are based in large part on the Keystone exams, started three years ago and given to secondary students in three subject areas – Reading, Algebra 1 and Biology. Other measures include how well a school closes the achievement gap, graduation, attendance rates, and the number of Advanced Placement course offerings.

Wissahickon’s performance this year is up 2.8 points from last year’s 99.