Serving 545 students in grades 9-12, Salisbury Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salisbury Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Salisbury Sr. High School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Salisbury Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salisbury Sr. High School is 0.61, 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
#1109 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salisbury Sr. High School's ranking?
Salisbury Sr. High School is ranked #1109 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Salisbury Sr. High School often compared to?
Salisbury Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkland High School, Emmaus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salisbury Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Salisbury Sr. High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Salisbury Sr. High School?
545 students attend Salisbury Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Salisbury Sr. High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salisbury Sr. High School?
Salisbury Sr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salisbury Sr. High School offer ?
Salisbury Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salisbury Sr. High School part of?
Salisbury Sr. High School is part of Salisbury Township School District.
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