Serving 1,336 students in grades 9-12, East Stroudsburg Shs South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Stroudsburg Shs South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Stroudsburg Shs South's student population of 1,336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Stroudsburg Shs South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Stroudsburg Shs South is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1344 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
24%
14%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 is East Stroudsburg Shs South's ranking?
East Stroudsburg Shs South is ranked #1344 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Stroudsburg Shs South often compared to?
East Stroudsburg Shs Southis often viewed alongside schools like Stroudsburg High School, Pleasant Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Stroudsburg Shs South?
The graduation rate of East Stroudsburg Shs South is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Stroudsburg Shs South?
1,336 students attend East Stroudsburg Shs South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Stroudsburg Shs South students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Stroudsburg Shs South?
East Stroudsburg Shs South has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Stroudsburg Shs South offer ?
East Stroudsburg Shs South offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Stroudsburg Shs South part of?
East Stroudsburg Shs South is part of East Stroudsburg Area SD School District.
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