Serving 1,263 students in grades 9-12, Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabethtown Area SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 56.2 square miles in Elizabethtown, PA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School's student population of 1,263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School is 0.27, which is less 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
#737 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School is ranked #737 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donegal High School, Manheim Central Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School?
1,263 students attend Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School?
Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School offer ?
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School part of?
Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School is part of Elizabethtown Area School District.
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