Ephrata High School is a sub-urban/urban, public secondary school in the Ephrata Area School District located in Ephrata in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States.
Serving 1,347 students in grades 9-12, Ephrata Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 22% 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: 1,347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ephrata SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ephrata school district, covering approximately 43.9 square miles. The area generally allows for a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ephrata Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ephrata Sr. High School's student population of 1,347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
1,347 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ephrata Sr. 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 Ephrata Sr. High School is 0.38, 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
#375 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Mountaineer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ephrata Sr. High School's ranking?
Ephrata Sr. High School is ranked #375 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ephrata Sr. High School often compared to?
Ephrata Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Spot Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ephrata Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Ephrata Sr. High School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Ephrata Sr. High School?
1,347 students attend Ephrata Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ephrata Sr. High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ephrata Sr. High School?
Ephrata Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ephrata Sr. High School offer ?
Ephrata Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Ephrata Sr. High School part of?
Ephrata Sr. High School is part of Ephrata Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The academic programs at Ephrata are available in all shapes and sizes. There are students of all abilities and interests. Their German Language program is excellant. The music department is Eprhata's pride. They have roughly 100 students in concert band and about 60 in concert orchestra, and a gigantic choir. There are 2, possibly 3 art teachers at the school and they teach a wide variety of art classes to all students. Ephrata is not known for it's sports, but there are many athletic teams including the State Champion Ice Hockey team and the the back-to-back State Champion Girls Bowling team. There is a wide range of after school extracurricular actives for students with all interests. They have many scholarships available. They give out the highest amount of scholarship money in Lancaster County. The school is currently getting air-conditioning installed which should be ready by fall 2007. The school and recreation fields are usually in fairly good condition. There is a high level of parent involvement at Ephrata with a PTA and in other ways.
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