Serving 1,062 students in grades 9-12, Northern 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern High School's student population of 1,062 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,062 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northern 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)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Northern High School often compared to?
Northern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Land Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Northern High School is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Northern High School?
1,062 students attend Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northern High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern High School?
Northern High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern High School offer ?
Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northern High School part of?
Northern High School is part of Northern York County SD School District.
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