Serving 710 students in grades 9-12, Kennard-dale High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennard-dale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennard-dale High School's student population of 710 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kennard-dale High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kennard-dale High School often compared to?
Kennard-dale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallastown Area Sr. High School, Susquehannock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennard-dale High School?
The graduation rate of Kennard-dale High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kennard-dale High School?
710 students attend Kennard-dale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kennard-dale High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennard-dale High School?
Kennard-dale High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennard-dale High School offer ?
Kennard-dale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennard-dale High School part of?
Kennard-dale High School is part of South Eastern SD School District.
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