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Red Lion Area Shs

High School · Red Lion Area SD

200 Horace Mann Ave, Red Lion, PA 17356

Enrollment

1,446

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,791 of 2,846

In Red Lion

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Red Lion Area SD

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Red Lion Area Shs

5.7/10

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

River Rock Academy Red Lion Campus

7.1/10

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About Red Lion Area Shs

Red Lion Area Shs is a public high school in Red Lion, PA, part of Red Lion Area SD. Red Lion Area Shs serves approximately 1,446 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Lion Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,791 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Red Lion Area Shs show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.5% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.9% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation6.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,374
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Red Lion Area Shs — Students at Red Lion Area Shs score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
64.0% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
33.5%
ELA
71.9%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Red Lion Area Shs Compares

See how Red Lion Area Shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in PA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.8
Sports
23
12 boys' · 11 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
15:1 student-teacher ratio
97 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
6.3% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
12 boys'·11 girls'·32 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

200 Horace Mann Ave, Red Lion, PA 17356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Red Lion Area Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dallastown Area SHS (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, York County School of Technology (rated 7.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Lion, see our Red Lion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVER ROCK ACADEMY RED LION CAMPUS Red Lion 0.2 mi 7.1
Red Lion Area JHS Red Lion 0.3 mi 4.2
RED LION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Red Lion 0.7 mi 5.7
Mazie Gable El Sch Red Lion 0.9 mi 3.5
Pleasant View El Sch Red Lion 0.9 mi 4.5
Dallastown El Sch Dallastown 2.3 mi 8.3
Larry J. Macaluso El Sch Red Lion 3.0 mi 5.6
Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown 2.5 mi 7.3
Dallastown Area MS Dallastown 2.5 mi 4.0
N Hopewell-Winterstown El Sch Red Lion 3.8 mi 5.7
Ore Valley El Sch York 3.9 mi 6.5
Locust Grove El Sch York 4.7 mi 6.1
GRACE ACADEMY York 5.1 mi 4.7
York Twp El Sch York 4.4 mi 5.9
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York 4.9 mi 7.8
York County School of Technology York 4.9 mi 7.1
York Suburban MS York 6.2 mi 5.8
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York 6.3 mi 6.7
Yorkshire El Sch York 6.4 mi 6.4
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York 6.6 mi 7.1

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
Bucks County Technical High School Fairless Hills, PA 5.8
Chichester SHS Boothwyn, PA 5.8
West Scranton HS Scranton, PA 5.8
Mifflin Co HS Lewistown, PA 5.6
Central Dauphin East SHS Harrisburg, PA 5.5
Donegal HS Mount Joy, PA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Red Lion Area Shs

What grades does Red Lion Area Shs serve?

Red Lion Area Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Red Lion Area Shs?

Red Lion Area Shs has an enrollment of approximately 1,446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Lion Area Shs?

The student-teacher ratio at Red Lion Area Shs is 14.9:1. 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 Shs rank in PA?

Red Lion Area Shs ranks #1,791 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Red Lion Area Shs's MySchoolScout rating?

Red Lion Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Shs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Lion Area Shs has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Red Lion Area Shs a charter school?

No, Red Lion Area Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Red Lion Area Shs a Title I school?

No, Red Lion Area Shs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Lion Area Shs?

46.4% of students at Red Lion Area 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,446
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

Red Lion Area SD
District Enrollment
4,767
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,374
District Rank
#3 of 8

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