Serving 1,559 students in grades 9-12, Carlisle Area High School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlisle Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Carlisle school district, covering approximately 76.6 square miles in Carlisle, PA. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlisle Area High School's student population of 1,559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,559 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Carlisle Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlisle Area High School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1098 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
60%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle Area High School's ranking?
Carlisle Area High School is ranked #1098 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carlisle Area High School often compared to?
Carlisle Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Valley High School, Mechanicsburg Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlisle Area High School?
The graduation rate of Carlisle Area High School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Carlisle Area High School?
1,559 students attend Carlisle Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Carlisle Area High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlisle Area High School?
Carlisle Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlisle Area High School offer ?
Carlisle Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlisle Area High School part of?
Carlisle Area High School is part of Carlisle Area School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
this school is horrible! Students get in trouble for things that they wouldn't normaly get in trouble for. some teachers are good, but most of them have a bias toward most students.
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