Governor Mifflin Senior High School is the only high school in the Governor Mifflin School District.
Serving 1,469 students in grades 9-12, Governor Mifflin Sr. High School 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 48% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 1,469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Governor Mifflin Sr. High School's student population of 1,469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Governor Mifflin Sr. High School 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 Governor Mifflin Sr. High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#2167 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marvin The Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor Mifflin Sr. High School's ranking?
Governor Mifflin Sr. High School is ranked #2167 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Governor Mifflin Sr. High School often compared to?
Governor Mifflin Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson High School, Wyomissing Area Jr. Sr. High School 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Governor Mifflin Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Governor Mifflin Sr. High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Governor Mifflin Sr. High School?
1,469 students attend Governor Mifflin Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Governor Mifflin Sr. High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Mifflin Sr. High School?
Governor Mifflin Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Governor Mifflin Sr. High School offer ?
Governor Mifflin Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Governor Mifflin Sr. High School part of?
Governor Mifflin Sr. High School is part of Governor Mifflin School District.
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