Serving 592 students in grades 7-12, Steelton-highspire High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steelton-highspire High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Steelton-highspire High School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Steelton-highspire High School 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 Steelton-highspire High School is 0.62, 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
#2548 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
55%
14%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
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 Steelton-highspire High School's ranking?
Steelton-highspire High School is ranked #2548 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Steelton-highspire High School often compared to?
Steelton-highspire High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg High School, Central Dauphin East Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steelton-highspire High School?
The graduation rate of Steelton-highspire High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Steelton-highspire High School?
592 students attend Steelton-highspire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Steelton-highspire High School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steelton-highspire High School?
Steelton-highspire High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steelton-highspire High School offer ?
Steelton-highspire High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Steelton-highspire High School part of?
Steelton-highspire High School is part of Steelton-Highspire SD School District.
School Reviews
5 10/22/2020
Steel-High is a struggling school but there are stars that shine past the averages the school provides. We have amazing players for our football and basketball teams, Grade-A students who try their hardest, and teachers who hold passion for each and every kid. Please don''t look down on us because of an average, there''s more to it. -N/A
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