Serving 767 students in grades 9-12, Susquehanna Twp 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Susquehanna Twp HS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Harrisburg, PA, encompassing approximately 15.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susquehanna Twp High School's student population of 767 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Susquehanna Twp 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 Susquehanna Twp High School is 0.77, 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
#1965 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
37%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Susquehanna Twp High School's ranking?
Susquehanna Twp High School is ranked #1965 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Susquehanna Twp High School often compared to?
Susquehanna Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Susquehanna Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Susquehanna Twp High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Susquehanna Twp High School?
767 students attend Susquehanna Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Susquehanna Twp High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susquehanna Twp High School?
Susquehanna Twp High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Susquehanna Twp High School offer ?
Susquehanna Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susquehanna Twp High School part of?
Susquehanna Twp High School is part of Susquehanna Township School District.
School Reviews
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