Penn Manor High School is a large, rural/suburban, public secondary school located in Millersville, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the sole high school operated by the Penn Manor School District. In the 2018–2019 school year, enrollment was reported as 1,636 pupils in 9th through 12th grades.
Serving 1,807 students in grades 9-12, Penn Manor High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Manor High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Millersville, PA, encompassing approximately 98 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Manor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Penn Manor High School's student population of 1,807 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,807 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Manor 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 Penn Manor High School is 0.50, 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
#780 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
68%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Comet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Manor High School's ranking?
Penn Manor High School is ranked #780 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Manor High School often compared to?
Penn Manor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manheim Twp High School, Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penn Manor High School?
The graduation rate of Penn Manor High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Penn Manor High School?
1,807 students attend Penn Manor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Penn Manor High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Penn Manor High School?
Penn Manor High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Manor High School offer ?
Penn Manor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Manor High School part of?
Penn Manor High School is part of Penn Manor School District.
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