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Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center
High School · Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center
110 Old Willow Mill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
0.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
0.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very strong
About Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center
Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center is a public high school in Mechanicsburg, PA, part of the Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,834, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.5:1, Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.5:1
- Address
- 110 Old Willow Mill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
- Website
- cpavts.org
- Phone
- (717) 697-0354
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
110 Old Willow Mill Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cumberland Valley HS (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away). Another option is FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away). Additionally, Mechanicsburg Area SHS (rated 5.0/10, 3.7 miles away). For more schools in Mechanicsburg, see our Mechanicsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Ridge El Sch Mechanicsburg | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF SILVER SPRING TOWNSHIP Mechanicsburg | 1.5 mi | — |
| TENDER YEARS - MECHANICSBURG Mechanicsburg | 1.5 mi | — |
| Winding Creek El Sch Mechanicsburg | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Mountain View MS Mechanicsburg | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Eagle View MS Mechanicsburg | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Cumberland Valley HS Mechanicsburg | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Silver Spring El Sch Mechanicsburg | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Shaull El Sch Enola | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Northside El Sch Mechanicsburg | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Broad Street El Sch Mechanicsburg | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Hampden El Sch Mechanicsburg | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Mechanicsburg | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Mechanicsburg Area SHS Mechanicsburg | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Elmwood Academy Mechanicsburg | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Enola | 3.5 mi | — |
| Kindergarten Academy Mechanicsburg | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Sporting Hill El Sch Mechanicsburg | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mechanicsburg | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| OAKWOOD BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Camp Hill | 4.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,834
Median Home Value
$350,800
Median Rent
$1,452/mo
Population
42,547
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center has a median household income of $111,834. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $350,800, with a median rent of $1,452/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler, PA | — |
| Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School Ebensburg, PA | — |
| BUCKS LEARNING ACADEMY Warrington, PA | — |
| BUXMONT ACADEMY Pipersville, PA | — |
| Berks Career and Technology Center-West Campus Leesport, PA | — |
| Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School Bethlehem, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center
What grades does Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center serve?
Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center?
Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center is 0.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center a charter school?
No, Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center a Title I school?
No, Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center?
85.0% of students at Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,345/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mechanicsburg). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (717) 697-0354
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland Perry Area Career & Technical Center- District Enrollment
- 20
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $548,625
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