Needs Improvement
#2547 of 2,846 schools in PA
Lebanon Shs
High School · Lebanon SD
1000 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA 17042
Enrollment
1,429
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,429
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,547 of 2,846
In Lebanon
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Lebanon SD
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Lebanon Shs
High School in Lebanon · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lebanon Shs
Lebanon Shs is a public high school in Lebanon, PA, part of Lebanon SD. Lebanon Shs serves approximately 1,429 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lebanon Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,547 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lebanon Shs show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lebanon Shs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Lebanon Shs 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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Lebanon Shs — Students at Lebanon Shs score 22% 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 28 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: 7.9/10.
How Lebanon Shs Compares
See how Lebanon Shs 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
1000 S 8th St, Lebanon, PA 17042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lebanon Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cedar Crest HS (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Annville-Cleona HS (rated 6.1/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Annville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harding El Sch Lebanon | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Southwest El Sch Lebanon | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Lebanon MS Lebanon | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Southeast El Sch Lebanon | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Cedar Crest MS Lebanon | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Houck El Sch Lebanon | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Cedar Crest HS Lebanon | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Northwest El Sch Lebanon | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Lebanon County Career and Technology Center Lebanon | 1.8 mi | — |
| LEBANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lebanon | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Ebenezer El Sch Lebanon | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Cornwall El Sch Cornwall | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lebanon | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Cleona El Sch Cleona | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| South Lebanon El Sch Lebanon | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Union Canal El Sch Lebanon | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| FAIRVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Lebanon | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| MEADOW RIDGE SCHOOL Lebanon | 4.3 mi | — |
| Annville-Cleona HS Annville | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Annville-Cleona MS Annville | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,399
Median Home Value
$222,200
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
39,626
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
42.9
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|---|---|
| Achievement House CS Exton, PA | 4.0 |
| Butler Area SHS Butler, PA | 4.0 |
| Freire CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.8 |
| Chester HS Chester, PA | 3.7 |
| Valley JSHS New Kensington, PA | 4.1 |
| Woodland Hills HS Pittsburgh, PA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lebanon Shs
What grades does Lebanon Shs serve?
Lebanon Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lebanon Shs?
Lebanon Shs has an enrollment of approximately 1,429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lebanon Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Lebanon Shs is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lebanon Shs rank in PA?
Lebanon Shs ranks #2,547 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lebanon Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Lebanon Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Lebanon Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lebanon Shs has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lebanon Shs a charter school?
No, Lebanon Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lebanon Shs a Title I school?
No, Lebanon Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lebanon Shs?
100.0% of students at Lebanon Shs 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lebanon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (717) 273-9391
- 4-Year Graduation
- 68.0%
Resources & Links
District
Lebanon SD- District Enrollment
- 4,915
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,289
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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