Serving 855 students in grades 9-12, Shikellamy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shikellamy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shikellamy High School's student population of 855 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
855 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Blue, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shikellamy 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 Shikellamy High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1943 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shikellamy High School's ranking?
Shikellamy High School is ranked #1943 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shikellamy High School often compared to?
Shikellamy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shamokin Area High School, Warrior Run Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shikellamy High School?
The graduation rate of Shikellamy High School is 77%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shikellamy High School?
855 students attend Shikellamy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Shikellamy High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shikellamy High School?
Shikellamy High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shikellamy High School offer ?
Shikellamy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shikellamy High School part of?
Shikellamy High School is part of Shikellamy School District.
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