SOUTHERN LEHIGH SHS
Southern Lehigh SHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Southern Lehigh SD school district, located in Center Valley, PA with about 1,080 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 63 teachers, Southern Lehigh SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Southern Lehigh Senior High School, located in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, is a well-regarded public secondary institution serving the communities of the Southern Lehigh School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and vocational opportunities. The district emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue both intellectual growth and personal development.
Beyond academics, Southern Lehigh Senior High School boasts a vibrant extracurricular culture that plays a significant role in the student experience. The school supports a robust athletics program, diverse performing arts ensembles, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. This focus on "Spartan Pride" helps foster a strong sense of community, encouraging students to engage with their peers and contribute to the local area. By prioritizing both high-achieving educational standards and extensive community involvement, Southern Lehigh consistently ranks among the top schools in the Lehigh Valley region.
For more information, contact Southern Lehigh SHS at (610) 282-1421 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Center Valley, PA 18034-9780
(610) 282-1421
SOUTHERN LEHIGH SHS is a public Title I school in Center Valley, PA with about 1,080 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Southern Lehigh SD
- Total Students:
- 1,080
- Teachers:
- 63.9
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- 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 1,080 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTHERN LEHIGH SHS is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.8%
- Asian
- 5.3%
- Black or African American
- 3.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
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.