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 774 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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susquehanna Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Susquehanna Twp High School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
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 0.76, which is more 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
#1965 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
38%
14%
White
20%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Currently Undefined (previously Indian)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Susquehanna Twp High School?
774 students attend Susquehanna Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Susquehanna Twp High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Susquehanna Twp High School?
Susquehanna Twp High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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 11/25/2016
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!
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