Summary:
Manheim Central School District is home to a single high school, Manheim Central Senior High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school has consistently ranked in the top half of Pennsylvania high schools, with a statewide ranking of 216 out of 686 schools for the 2023-2024 school year. While the school's academic performance remains strong, its statewide ranking has declined in recent years, suggesting other schools in the state may be improving at a faster rate.
Manheim Central Senior High School outperforms the state average on Keystone Exams in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature, with proficiency rates of 50.5%, 60.8%, and 65.7%, respectively, compared to state averages of 41.6%, 50.5%, and 63.2%. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.6, which could contribute to its academic success. However, 31.02% of students at the school receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a moderate level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
Overall, Manheim Central School District is home to a strong-performing high school that continues to excel academically, despite facing some challenges in maintaining its statewide ranking and serving a student population with moderate economic disadvantage. The school's focus on academic achievement and relatively low student-teacher ratio suggest it is effectively supporting student learning and development.
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