Manheim Township High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school located in Manheim Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the only high school in the Manheim Township School District.
Serving 1,956 students in grades 9-12, Manheim Twp High School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manheim Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Manheim Twp High School's student population of 1,956 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Manheim Twp High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manheim Twp 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
#514 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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: Blue Streak And Sir Streaksalot The Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manheim Twp High School's ranking?
Manheim Twp High School is ranked #514 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Manheim Twp High School often compared to?
Manheim Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hempfield Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manheim Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Manheim Twp High School is 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Manheim Twp High School?
1,956 students attend Manheim Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Manheim Twp High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manheim Twp High School?
Manheim Twp High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manheim Twp High School offer ?
Manheim Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manheim Twp High School part of?
Manheim Twp High School is part of Manheim Township School District.
School Calendar
View the Manheim Twp High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
2948387 - First Day of School (Grades 1-12)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
2948430 - First Day of School (Kindergarten)
August 26, 2025 (Tuesday)
2948619 - MT: Last Day of School (Grades K-11)
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
School Reviews
4 6/3/2022
My parents my brother and I and my two kids and my brother's two kids all graduated from Township. Very pleased with the overall education program.
1 3/20/2020
School is terrible. Staff very loud and annoying.
5 1/28/2012
Great School and Great Staff!!
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