Manheim Central High School is a secondary school in the Manheim Central School District. It is located in Manheim, Pennsylvania, United States.
Serving 880 students in grades 9-12, Manheim Central 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than 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: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manheim Central Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Manheim Central Sr. High School's student population of 880 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
'Ignite Passion and Purpose to Empower Difference Makers'
School Rankings
Manheim Central 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 Manheim Central Sr. High School is 0.33, 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
#923 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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: "the Baron"
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manheim Central Sr. High School's ranking?
Manheim Central Sr. High School is ranked #923 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Manheim Central Sr. High School often compared to?
Manheim Central Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donegal High School, Elizabethtown Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manheim Central Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Manheim Central Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manheim Central Sr. High School?
880 students attend Manheim Central Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Manheim Central Sr. High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manheim Central Sr. High School?
Manheim Central Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manheim Central Sr. High School offer ?
Manheim Central Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manheim Central Sr. High School part of?
Manheim Central Sr. High School is part of Manheim Central School District.
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