McCaskey Campus

2,620 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
McCaskey Campus, located at 445 N. Reservoir St. in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, serves as the flagship high school for the School District of Lancaster. As a large, diverse urban institution, it is uniquely structured into two main buildings—McCaskey East and J.P. McCaskey High School—which together house a comprehensive student population. The school is well-known for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to providing a wide array of educational opportunities, ranging from rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses to specialized Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs that prepare students for various post-secondary pathways.

Beyond its academic curriculum, McCaskey is celebrated for its deep sense of community and school spirit. The campus offers an extensive selection of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic programs, competitive arts, and numerous student-led clubs that reflect the rich cultural background of the Lancaster city community. By fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and civic engagement, McCaskey Campus functions as a central hub for student development, aiming to equip its diverse student body with the skills and experiences necessary to succeed in a global society.
2,620
Total Students
179.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McCaskey Campus
Demographic Student Count
White389
Hispanic1,534
Black458
Asian91
Two or More147
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    1,534 (58.5 %)
  • Black
    458 (17.5 %)
  • White
    389 (14.8 %)
  • Two or More
    147 (5.6 %)
  • Asian
    91 (3.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lancaster SD
Phone: (717)291-6211
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,620
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 179.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 1
Grade 9 860
Grade 10 685
Grade 11 585
Grade 12 489

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McCaskey Campus
Grade Student Count
Grade 61
Grade 9860
Grade 10685
Grade 11585
Grade 12489
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McCaskey Campus
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,30149.7%
Male1,31950.3%