SUSQUEHANNA TWP HIGH SCHOOL

Susquehanna Twp HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Susquehanna Township SD school district, located in Harrisburg, PA with about 788 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 61 teachers, Susquehanna Twp HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Susquehanna Township High School, located at 3500 Elmerton Ave in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Susquehanna Township School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core curriculum, elective courses, and extracurricular activities. The campus is centrally located within the community, playing a key role in the district’s mission to foster student growth and achievement within the Greater Harrisburg area.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school emphasizes a well-rounded student experience, featuring a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led organizations. As part of a diverse school district, Susquehanna Township High School is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive climate that supports students with varying backgrounds and learning needs. By prioritizing both scholastic excellence and community engagement, the school aims to equip its graduates with the essential skills, leadership qualities, and social awareness necessary to thrive in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Susquehanna Twp HS at (717) 657-5117 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3500 Elmerton Ave
Harrisburg, PA 17109-1131
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SUSQUEHANNA TWP HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Harrisburg, PA with about 788 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
788
Teachers:
61.5
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 schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 788 students

Black or African American
43.9%
White
27.8%
Hispanic/Latino
10.9%
Asian
8.9%
Two or more races
7.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.7%
Male
52.3%

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.