Palmyra Area Senior High School is a midsized public high school located in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is part of the Palmyra Area School District.
Serving 1,195 students in grades 9-12, Palmyra Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmyra Area 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
Palmyra Area Sr. High School's student population of 1,195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Palmyra Area Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmyra Area Sr. High School is 0.32, 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
#205 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Palmyra Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Palmyra Area Sr. High School is ranked #205 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Palmyra Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Palmyra Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annville-cleona High School, Cedar Crest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmyra Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Palmyra Area Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palmyra Area Sr. High School?
1,195 students attend Palmyra Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Palmyra Area Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmyra Area Sr. High School?
Palmyra Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palmyra Area Sr. High School offer ?
Palmyra Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmyra Area Sr. High School part of?
Palmyra Area Sr. High School is part of Palmyra Area School District.
School Reviews
4 4/20/2021
Phenomenal school. Great staff and an awesome environment. 10/10 recommend.
3 3/23/2019
Good school with warm, caring teachers and students
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