Serving 1,118 students in grades 9-12, Lower Dauphin High School 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 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Dauphin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lower Dauphin High School's student population of 1,118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lower Dauphin High School is 0.30, 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)
82%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lower Dauphin High School often compared to?
Lower Dauphin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hershey High School, Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Dauphin High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Dauphin High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lower Dauphin High School?
1,118 students attend Lower Dauphin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lower Dauphin High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lower Dauphin High School?
Lower Dauphin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lower Dauphin High School offer ?
Lower Dauphin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lower Dauphin High School part of?
Lower Dauphin High School is part of Lower Dauphin SD School District.
School Reviews
2 9/23/2014
Unfortunately the staff at Conewago Elementary School do not do well with following IEPs or with being respectful when dealing with the students in their care. I would caution parents to look into other local schools, particularly ones where their child will feel valued and accepted. The level of education here also leaves much to be desired.
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