Serving 915 students in grades 9-12, North Pocono High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 915 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Pocono High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 192 square miles in and around Moscow, PA, with typical drive times of 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 14.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pocono High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Pocono High School's student population of 915 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
915 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
We are North Pocono proud!
School Rankings
North Pocono High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Pocono High School is 0.21, 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
#1055 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pocono High School's ranking?
North Pocono High School is ranked #1055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Pocono High School often compared to?
North Pocono High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Heights High School, Hazleton Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 North Pocono High School?
The graduation rate of North Pocono High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend North Pocono High School?
915 students attend North Pocono High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of North Pocono High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Pocono High School?
North Pocono High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Pocono High School offer ?
North Pocono High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Pocono High School part of?
North Pocono High School is part of North Pocono School District.
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