East Stroudsburg Senior High School North is a midsized, public high school located in Dingmans Ferry in Pike County, Pennsylvania. It is one of two high schools operated by the East Stroudsburg Area School District.
Serving 917 students in grades 9-12, East Stroudsburg Shs North 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Stroudsburg SHS North serves the northeast part of its school district in Dingmans Ferry, PA, covering an area of approximately 139.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school in 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest distance being about 11.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Stroudsburg Shs North's student population of 917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
917 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Stroudsburg Shs North 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 East Stroudsburg Shs North is 0.78, 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
#1991 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
"timba" The Timberwolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Stroudsburg Shs North's ranking?
East Stroudsburg Shs North is ranked #1991 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Stroudsburg Shs North often compared to?
East Stroudsburg Shs Northis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Valley High School, East Stroudsburg Shs South 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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Stroudsburg Shs North?
The graduation rate of East Stroudsburg Shs North is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend East Stroudsburg Shs North?
917 students attend East Stroudsburg Shs North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of East Stroudsburg Shs North students are White, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Stroudsburg Shs North?
East Stroudsburg Shs North has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Stroudsburg Shs North offer ?
East Stroudsburg Shs North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Stroudsburg Shs North part of?
East Stroudsburg Shs North is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
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