Susquehanna Twp High School

3500 Elmerton Ave
Harrisburg, PA 17109
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Susquehanna Township High School is a mid-sized, public high school located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania serving students from Susquehanna Township. The school provides grades 9 through 12. In the 2021–22 school year, the school had 758 pupils.
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%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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)
Total Students
767 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar

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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1965 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
38%
45-49%
55%
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
37%
14%
White
21%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
79%
0.77
85-89%
87.5%
(22-23)
31.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Currently Undefined (previously Indian)
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

5   10/10/2025
I go to STHS I like it here its a good environment most people get along. the school colors are actually red and gray/black!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Noah

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 767 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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

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