YORK SUBURBAN SHS
York Suburban SHS is a public high school that is part of the York Suburban SD school district, located in York, PA with about 914 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, York Suburban SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
York Suburban Senior High School, located in York, Pennsylvania, is a well-regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the York Suburban School District, the institution is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on preparing students for post-secondary success. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level classes, and diverse elective options designed to cater to a variety of student interests and career aspirations.
Beyond the classroom, York Suburban SHS fosters a vibrant school community characterized by a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement. Students have access to a variety of athletic programs, performing arts opportunities, and student-led organizations that encourage leadership, teamwork, and personal growth. The school maintains a supportive environment where faculty and staff prioritize both the intellectual development and the emotional well-being of their students, aiming to graduate well-rounded individuals who are equipped to contribute positively to their community.
For more information, contact York Suburban SHS at (717) 885-1270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
York, PA 17403-4256
(717) 885-1270
YORK SUBURBAN SHS is a public school in York, PA with about 914 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- York Suburban SD
- Total Students:
- 914
- Teachers:
- 61.1
- 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
- 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 914 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending YORK SUBURBAN SHS is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 74.6%
- Black or African American
- 7.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.2%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 5.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
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.