Serving 2,319 students in grades 9-12, Chambersburg Area Sr. 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chambersburg Area SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 249.3 square miles in and around Chambersburg, PA. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School's student population of 2,319 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chambersburg Area Sr. High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2020 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
83%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Chambersburg Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School is ranked #2020 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chambersburg Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Chambersburg Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chambersburg Area Career Magnet School, James Buchanan High School, Greencastle-antrim Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chambersburg Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Chambersburg Area Sr. High School is 83%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Chambersburg Area Sr. High School?
2,319 students attend Chambersburg Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chambersburg Area Sr. High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chambersburg Area Sr. High School?
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chambersburg Area Sr. High School offer ?
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chambersburg Area Sr. High School part of?
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School is part of Chambersburg Area School District.
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