MANHEIM CENTRAL SHS
Manheim Central SHS is a public high school that is part of the Manheim Central SD school district, located in Manheim, PA with about 945 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Manheim Central SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Manheim Central Senior High School, located at 400 Adele Ave in Manheim, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary high school for the Manheim Central School District. Known locally for its strong sense of community spirit—often centered around its "Barons" mascot—the school provides a comprehensive educational program designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce. The campus serves as a central hub for the district, emphasizing a balance between rigorous academic coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities, and a wide array of extracurricular activities.
Beyond the classroom, the school is well-regarded for its robust athletic programs, performing arts, and various student organizations that encourage leadership and personal growth. The school culture is deeply rooted in the small-town values of Manheim, fostering a supportive environment where faculty and staff focus on student achievement and holistic development. By blending traditional educational standards with modern resources, Manheim Central SHS remains committed to graduating well-rounded citizens who are equipped to contribute effectively to their local and global communities.
For more information, contact Manheim Central SHS at (717) 664-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Manheim, PA 17545-1216
(717) 664-8400
MANHEIM CENTRAL SHS is a public school in Manheim, PA with about 945 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Manheim Central SD
- Total Students:
- 945
- Teachers:
- 61.95
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 945 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MANHEIM CENTRAL SHS is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 84.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Asian
- 2.9%
- Black or African American
- 2.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.9%
- Male
- 53.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.