Red Land High School is located in Lewisberry, York County, Pennsylvania, United States, and is younger of the two high schools in the West Shore School District. The entire West Shore School District attended Cedar Cliff High School until fall 1965, when Red Land High School opened.
Serving 1,056 students in grades 9-12, Red Land Sr. 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 55% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Land Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Red Land Sr. High School's student population of 1,056 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Red, Blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We are Patriots for Life!
School Mascot
Patriots
School Rankings
Red Land Sr. 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 Red Land Sr. High School is 0.22, 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
#749 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Land Sr. High School's ranking?
Red Land Sr. High School is ranked #749 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Red Land Sr. High School often compared to?
Red Land Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Red Land Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Red Land Sr. High School is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Red Land Sr. High School?
1,056 students attend Red Land Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Red Land Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Land Sr. High School?
Red Land Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Land Sr. High School offer ?
Red Land Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Land Sr. High School part of?
Red Land Sr. High School is part of West Shore School District.
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