Lower Dauphin High School is a midsized, suburban, public high school located in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Lower Dauphin School District, serving Hummelstown, East Hanover, South Hanover, Londonderry Township, and Conewago Township.
Serving 1,088 students in grades 9-12, Lower Dauphin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,088 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lower Dauphin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lower Dauphin High School's student population of 1,088 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,088 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Mascot
Falcon
School Rankings
Lower Dauphin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lower Dauphin High School is 0.34, 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
#616 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lower Dauphin High School's ranking?
Lower Dauphin High School is ranked #616 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lower Dauphin High School often compared to?
Lower Dauphin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hershey High School, Central Dauphin Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lower Dauphin High School?
The graduation rate of Lower Dauphin High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lower Dauphin High School?
1,088 students attend Lower Dauphin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lower Dauphin High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lower Dauphin High School?
Lower Dauphin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lower Dauphin High School offer ?
Lower Dauphin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lower Dauphin High School part of?
Lower Dauphin High School is part of Lower Dauphin School District.
School Reviews
2 9/23/2014
Unfortunately the staff at Conewago Elementary School do not do well with following IEPs or with being respectful when dealing with the students in their care. I would caution parents to look into other local schools, particularly ones where their child will feel valued and accepted. The level of education here also leaves much to be desired.
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