East Stroudsburg Senior High School North is a midsized, public high school located in Dingmans Ferry in Pike County, Pennsylvania. It is one of two high schools operated by the East Stroudsburg Area School District.
Serving 922 students in grades 9-12, East Stroudsburg Shs North ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Stroudsburg Shs North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Stroudsburg Shs North's student population of 922 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
School Rankings
East Stroudsburg Shs North ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Stroudsburg Shs North is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1991 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
26%
14%
White
30%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: "timba" The Timberwolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Stroudsburg Shs North's ranking?
East Stroudsburg Shs North is ranked #1991 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Stroudsburg Shs North often compared to?
East Stroudsburg Shs Northis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Valley High School, East Stroudsburg Shs South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Stroudsburg Shs North?
The graduation rate of East Stroudsburg Shs North is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Stroudsburg Shs North?
922 students attend East Stroudsburg Shs North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of East Stroudsburg Shs North students are White, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Stroudsburg Shs North?
East Stroudsburg Shs North has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Stroudsburg Shs North offer ?
East Stroudsburg Shs North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Stroudsburg Shs North part of?
East Stroudsburg Shs North is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
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