Needs Improvement
#2750 of 2,846 schools in PA
Hanover Area Jshs
High School · Hanover Area SD
1600 Sans Souci Pkwy, Hanover Township, PA 18706
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,750 of 2,846
In Hanover Township
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Hanover Area SD
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Hanover Area Jshs
High School in Hanover Township · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hanover Area Jshs
Hanover Area Jshs is a public high school in Hanover Township, PA, part of Hanover Area SD. Hanover Area Jshs serves approximately 956 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hanover Area Jshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,750 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Hanover Area Jshs show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Hanover Area Jshs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hanover Area Jshs — Students at Hanover Area Jshs score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.
How Hanover Area Jshs Compares
See how Hanover Area Jshs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1600 Sans Souci Pkwy, Hanover Township, PA 18706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hanover Area Jshs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY REDEEMER H.S. (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG (rated 6.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wyoming Valley West SHS (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hanover Township, see our Hanover Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hanover Area Memorial El Sch Hanover Township | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Lee Park El Sch Hanover Township | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| GNA El Ctr Nanticoke | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr Nanticoke | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Kennedy Early Childhood Center Nanticoke | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.9 mi | — |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 3.1 mi | — |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WYOMING VALLEY SDA ELEMENTARY Mountain Top | 4.4 mi | — |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 4.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,546
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
16,318
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie, PA | 3.1 |
| Imhotep Institute CHS Philadelphia, PA | 2.8 |
| Carbondale Area JSHS Carbondale, PA | 3.3 |
| Steelton-Highspire HS Steelton, PA | 2.7 |
| Mastery CS-Pickett Campus Philadelphia, PA | 3.4 |
| Greater Johnstown SHS Johnstown, PA | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hanover Area Jshs
What grades does Hanover Area Jshs serve?
Hanover Area Jshs serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Hanover Area Jshs?
Hanover Area Jshs has an enrollment of approximately 956 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hanover Area Jshs?
The student-teacher ratio at Hanover Area Jshs is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hanover Area Jshs rank in PA?
Hanover Area Jshs ranks #2,750 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hanover Area Jshs's MySchoolScout rating?
Hanover Area Jshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hanover Area Jshs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hanover Area Jshs has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hanover Area Jshs a charter school?
No, Hanover Area Jshs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hanover Area Jshs a Title I school?
No, Hanover Area Jshs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hanover Area Jshs?
100.0% of students at Hanover Area Jshs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 956
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (570) 831-2300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hanover Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,136
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,745
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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