Serving 698 students in grades 9-12, Greater Nanticoke 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Greater Nanticoke Area SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 54.1 square miles in Nanticoke, PA. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 5.3 miles and the furthest edge located 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Trojan Pride
School Rankings
Greater Nanticoke 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 Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School is 0.51, 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
#2082 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School is ranked #2082 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallas Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School?
698 students attend Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School?
Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School offer ?
Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School part of?
Greater Nanticoke Area Sr. High School is part of Greater Nanticoke Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is a very good school for any student. Forget about the bad talk Nanticoke gets, It isn't true. Our math PSSA scores are great and our reading scores are improving. We have a lot of interesting things avalible, from science olympiad to GNA marching band. Our high school basketball team has always been good, from boys to girls, and we're working on football. Greater Nanticoke Area has two fairly new buildings, elementary and middle school, that are wonderful! I strongly suggest this school.
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