Kennard-Dale High School is a mid-sized, rural, public high school located at 393 Main Street, Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania, United States, in York County. It is the sole high school in the South Eastern School District.
Serving 728 students in grades 9-12, Kennard-dale 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 40-44% (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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennard-dale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennard-dale High School's student population of 728 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Apr 4, 2026
School Motto
Providing Progressive Education to Strengthen the Global Community
School Rankings
Kennard-dale 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 Kennard-dale High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennard-dale High School's ranking?
Kennard-dale High School is ranked #801 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kennard-dale High School often compared to?
Kennard-dale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallastown Area Sr. High School, Susquehannock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Kennard-dale High School?
The graduation rate of Kennard-dale High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kennard-dale High School?
728 students attend Kennard-dale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kennard-dale High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennard-dale High School?
Kennard-dale High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kennard-dale High School offer ?
Kennard-dale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kennard-dale High School part of?
Kennard-dale High School is part of South Eastern School District.
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