Serving 612 students in grades 7-12, Steelton-highspire High School ranks in the bottom 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Steelton-Highspire HS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Harrisburg, PA, encompassing approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and the furthest zone point being 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steelton-highspire High School's student population of 612 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Steelton-highspire High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steelton-highspire High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#2712 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
53%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steelton-highspire High School's ranking?
Steelton-highspire High School is ranked #2712 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Steelton-highspire High School often compared to?
Steelton-highspire High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin East Sr. High School, Harrisburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Steelton-highspire High School?
The graduation rate of Steelton-highspire High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Steelton-highspire High School?
612 students attend Steelton-highspire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Steelton-highspire High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steelton-highspire High School?
Steelton-highspire High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steelton-highspire High School offer ?
Steelton-highspire High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steelton-highspire High School part of?
Steelton-highspire High School is part of Steelton-Highspire School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Steel-High is a struggling school but there are stars that shine past the averages the school provides. We have amazing players for our football and basketball teams, Grade-A students who try their hardest, and teachers who hold passion for each and every kid. Please don''t look down on us because of an average, there''s more to it. -N/A
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