Serving 865 students in grades 9-12, Garden Spot 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Spot Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garden Spot Sr. High School's student population of 865 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden Spot 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 Garden Spot Sr. High School is 0.40, 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
#701 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Spot Sr. High School's ranking?
Garden Spot Sr. High School is ranked #701 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Garden Spot Sr. High School often compared to?
Garden Spot Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Spot Middle School, Ephrata Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garden Spot Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Garden Spot Sr. High School is 87%, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Garden Spot Sr. High School?
865 students attend Garden Spot Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Garden Spot Sr. High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden Spot Sr. High School?
Garden Spot Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garden Spot Sr. High School offer ?
Garden Spot Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden Spot Sr. High School part of?
Garden Spot Sr. High School is part of Eastern Lancaster County School District.
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