Serving 2,844 students in grades 9-12, Easton Area High School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Easton Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Easton Area High School's student population of 2,844 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 170 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Easton Area 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 Easton Area High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1200 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
17%
14%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easton Area High School's ranking?
Easton Area High School is ranked #1200 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Easton Area High School often compared to?
Easton Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Easton Area High School?
The graduation rate of Easton Area High School is 82%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Easton Area High School?
2,844 students attend Easton Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Easton Area High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Easton Area High School?
Easton Area High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Easton Area High School offer ?
Easton Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Easton Area High School part of?
Easton Area High School is part of Easton Area School District.
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