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#767 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 27% in state

Millersburg Area High School

High School · Millersburg Area SD

799 Center St, Millersburg, PA 17061

Enrollment

218

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#767 of 2,846

In Millersburg

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Millersburg Area SD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Millersburg Area High School

7.5/10

High School in Millersburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Millersburg Area Middle School

5.1/10

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About Millersburg Area High School

Millersburg Area High School is a public high school in Millersburg, PA, part of Millersburg Area SD. Millersburg Area High School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Millersburg Area High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Millersburg Area High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.3% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.1% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,608
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Millersburg Area High School — Students at Millersburg Area High School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 75.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
64.0% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 26 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
84.5%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2019
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2020*
Math
64.5%
2021*
Math
64.5%
2024
Math
37.3%
ELA
74.1%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Millersburg Area High School Compares

See how Millersburg Area High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in PA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.8
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
6% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

799 Center St, Millersburg, PA 17061

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Millersburg Area High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Halifax Area HS (rated 7.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Halifax), with a very similar rating. Another option is Line Mountain HS (rated 7.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Herndon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Upper Dauphin Area HS (rated 5.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Elizabethville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Millersburg, see our Millersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Millersburg Area Middle School Millersburg 0.0 mi 5.1
Lenkerville Elementary School Millersburg 1.1 mi 7.6
NORTHERN DAUPHIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg 2.0 mi 6.0
NORTHERN DAUPHIN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg 2.6 mi 6.1
Halifax Area El Sch Halifax 5.6 mi 7.6
Halifax Area HS Halifax 5.7 mi 7.7
Halifax Area MS Halifax 5.7 mi 5.2
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL CLEON MARTIN Liverpool 7.7 mi
MOUNTAIN VIEW Port Trevorton 8.4 mi
LEANING OAK SCHOOL Mount Pleasant Mills 8.8 mi
Upper Dauphin Area HS Elizabethville 7.2 mi 5.7
LAKE VIEW SCHOOL: DAVID BRUBAKER Port Trevorton 9.6 mi 2.9
WHITE OAK SCHOOL Port Trevorton 9.5 mi 2.8
RAKERS MILL SCHOOL Elizabethville 7.7 mi
STONEY MEADOW SCHOOL Mount Pleasant Mills 10.1 mi
CHAPMAN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL-JOHN WAYNEGOOD-CHAIRMAN O Port Trevorton 11.1 mi 5.1
Middle Paxton El Sch Dauphin 11.3 mi 6.9
Line Mountain HS Herndon 10.8 mi 7.7
Line Mountain MS Herndon 10.8 mi 4.5
SHADY GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Port Trevorton 12.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,031

Median Home Value

$165,500

Median Rent

$829/mo

Population

6,825

College Educated

16.3%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Millersburg Area High School

What grades does Millersburg Area High School serve?

Millersburg Area High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Millersburg Area High School?

Millersburg Area High School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Millersburg Area High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Millersburg Area High School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Millersburg Area High School rank in PA?

Millersburg Area High School ranks #767 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Millersburg Area High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Millersburg Area High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Millersburg Area High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Millersburg Area High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Millersburg Area High School a charter school?

No, Millersburg Area High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Millersburg Area High School a Title I school?

No, Millersburg Area High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Millersburg Area High School?

46.3% of students at Millersburg Area High School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Dauphin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

Millersburg Area SD
District Enrollment
696
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,608
District Rank
#2 of 3

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