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South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un
High School · South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit
PO Box 374 10056 South Mountain Rd, South Mountain, PA 17261
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un
South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un is a public high school in South Mountain, PA, part of the South Mountain Secure Trmnt Unit. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.1:1. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.1:1, South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Address
- PO Box 374 10056 South Mountain Rd, South Mountain, PA 17261
- Phone
- (717) 749-4511
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 374 10056 South Mountain Rd, South Mountain, PA 17261
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ABRAXAS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is ABRAXAS YOUTH CENTER (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, Fairfield Area HS (rated 6.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Fairfield). For more schools in South Mountain, see our South Mountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ABRAXAS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM South Mountain | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ABRAXAS YOUTH CENTER South Mountain | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Mowrey El Sch Waynesboro | 4.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Fayetteville El Sch Fayetteville | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Hooverville El Sch Waynesboro | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Guilford Hills El Sch Chambersburg | 6.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Waynesboro | 7.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Summitview El Sch Waynesboro | 7.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Waynesboro Area MS Waynesboro | 7.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Waynesboro Area Senior High School Waynesboro | 7.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Fairview El Sch Waynesboro | 7.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Cascade Elementary Cascade | 9.0 mi | 3.5 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHAMBERSBURG Chambersburg | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Fairfield Area HS Fairfield | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Fairfield Area MS Fairfield | 7.7 mi | 5.5 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Waynesboro | 7.5 mi | — |
| Fairfield Area El Sch Fairfield | 7.8 mi | 8.7 |
| New Franklin El Sch Chambersburg | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Falling Spring El Sch Chambersburg | 8.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Franklin Twp El Sch Cashtown | 8.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17261 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
26
Median Age
18.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un
What grades does South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un serve?
South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un?
South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un?
The student-teacher ratio at South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un a charter school?
No, South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un a Title I school?
No, South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un?
88.0% of students at South Mountain Secure Trmnt Un qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (717) 749-4511
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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