Below Average
#2458 of 2,846 schools in PA
Red Lion Area Jhs
Middle School · Red Lion Area SD
200 Country Club Rd, Red Lion, PA 17356
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,458 of 2,846
In Red Lion
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Red Lion Area SD
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Red Lion Area Jhs
Middle School in Red Lion · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Red Lion Area Jhs
Red Lion Area Jhs is a public middle school in Red Lion, PA, part of Red Lion Area SD. Red Lion Area Jhs serves approximately 737 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Lion Area Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,458 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Red Lion Area Jhs show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Red Lion Area Jhs — Students at Red Lion Area Jhs score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 2.3/10.
How Red Lion Area Jhs Compares
See how Red Lion Area Jhs 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
200 Country Club Rd, Red Lion, PA 17356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Lion Area Jhs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. York Suburban MS (rated 5.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dallastown Area MS (rated 4.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Red Lion, see our Red Lion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY RED LION CAMPUS Red Lion | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Lion Area SHS Red Lion | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| RED LION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Red Lion | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Mazie Gable El Sch Red Lion | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Pleasant View El Sch Red Lion | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Dallastown El Sch Dallastown | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Dallastown Area MS Dallastown | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Larry J. Macaluso El Sch Red Lion | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| N Hopewell-Winterstown El Sch Red Lion | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Ore Valley El Sch York | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Locust Grove El Sch York | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE ACADEMY York | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| York Twp El Sch York | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 4.8 mi | 7.8 |
| York County School of Technology York | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Loganville-Springfield El Sch York | 5.4 mi | 7.8 |
| York Suburban MS York | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Yorkshire El Sch York | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,726
Median Home Value
$228,000
Median Rent
$966/mo
Population
22,457
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Connellsville Area MS Connellsville, PA | 4.2 |
| Sandburg MS Levittown, PA | 4.2 |
| Strayer MS Quakertown, PA | 4.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie, PA | 4.2 |
| Dallas MS Dallas, PA | 4.3 |
| East Hills MS Bethlehem, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Lion Area Jhs
What grades does Red Lion Area Jhs serve?
Red Lion Area Jhs serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Red Lion Area Jhs?
Red Lion Area Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Lion Area Jhs?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Lion Area Jhs is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Lion Area Jhs rank in PA?
Red Lion Area Jhs ranks #2,458 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Red Lion Area Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Lion Area Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Red Lion Area Jhs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Lion Area Jhs has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Red Lion Area Jhs a charter school?
No, Red Lion Area Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Lion Area Jhs a Title I school?
No, Red Lion Area Jhs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Lion Area Jhs?
46.3% of students at Red Lion Area Jhs 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 737
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (717) 244-1448
Resources & Links
District
Red Lion Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,767
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,374
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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