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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 389 |
| Hispanic | 1,534 |
| Black | 458 |
| Asian | 91 |
| Two or More | 147 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Hispanic1,534 (58.5 %)
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Black458 (17.5 %)
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White389 (14.8 %)
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Two or More147 (5.6 %)
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Asian91 (3.5 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 1 |
| Grade 9 | 860 |
| Grade 10 | 685 |
| Grade 11 | 585 |
| Grade 12 | 489 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,301 | 49.7% |
| Male | 1,319 | 50.3% |
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