Serving 1,601 students in grades 9-12, Cedar Crest High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Crest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cedar Crest High School's student population of 1,601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Crest High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Crest High School is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Crest High School's ranking?
Cedar Crest High School is ranked #428 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cedar Crest High School often compared to?
Cedar Crest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lebanon Sr. High School, Annville Cleona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar Crest High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar Crest High School is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cedar Crest High School?
1,601 students attend Cedar Crest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cedar Crest High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Crest High School?
Cedar Crest High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cedar Crest High School offer ?
Cedar Crest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cedar Crest High School part of?
Cedar Crest High School is part of Cornwall-Lebanon SD School District.
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