Very Good
#952 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 33% in state
Lehighton Area HS
High School · Lehighton Area SD
1 Indian Lane, Lehighton, PA 18235
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#952 of 2,846
In Lehighton
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Lehighton Area SD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lehighton Area HS
High School in Lehighton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lehighton Area HS
Lehighton Area HS is a public high school in Lehighton, PA, part of Lehighton Area SD. Lehighton Area HS serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lehighton Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #952 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lehighton Area HS show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Lehighton Area HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lehighton Area HS — Students at Lehighton Area HS score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Lehighton Area HS Compares
See how Lehighton Area HS 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
1 Indian Lane, Lehighton, PA 18235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lehighton Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Carbon Career & Technical Institute (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Jim Thorpe), with a very similar rating. Another option is Northern Lehigh SHS (rated 7.1/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Slatington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Palmerton Area HS (rated 7.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Palmerton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lehighton, see our Lehighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center Lehighton | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area MS Lehighton | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.7 mi | — |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY Lehighton | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 3.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Panther Valley El Sch Nesquehoning | 5.3 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Palmerton Area HS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkside Education Center Palmerton | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 6.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 6.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Slatington El Sch Slatington | 7.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Northern Lehigh SHS Slatington | 7.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,626
Median Home Value
$218,000
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,121
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Conneaut Area Senior High Linesville, PA | 7.2 |
| Littlestown SHS Littlestown, PA | 7.2 |
| Loyalsock Twp SHS Williamsport, PA | 7.2 |
| Southern Columbia HS Catawissa, PA | 7.2 |
| Tulpehocken Area HS Bernville, PA | 7.2 |
| West Perry SHS Elliottsburg, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lehighton Area HS
What grades does Lehighton Area HS serve?
Lehighton Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lehighton Area HS?
Lehighton Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lehighton Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Lehighton Area HS is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lehighton Area HS rank in PA?
Lehighton Area HS ranks #952 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lehighton Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Lehighton Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Lehighton Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lehighton Area HS has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lehighton Area HS a charter school?
No, Lehighton Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lehighton Area HS a Title I school?
No, Lehighton Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lehighton Area HS?
54.1% of students at Lehighton Area HS 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
- 603
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (610) 377-6180
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Lehighton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,122
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,076
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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