McCaskey Campus

2,600 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
McCaskey Campus, located at 445 N. Reservoir St. in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, serves as the flagship high school for the School District of Lancaster. As a large, diverse urban institution, it is uniquely structured into two main buildings—McCaskey East and J.P. McCaskey High School—which together house a comprehensive student population. The school is well-known for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to providing a wide array of educational opportunities, ranging from rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses to specialized Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs that prepare students for various post-secondary pathways.

Beyond its academic curriculum, McCaskey is celebrated for its deep sense of community and school spirit. The campus offers an extensive selection of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic programs, competitive arts, and numerous student-led clubs that reflect the rich cultural background of the Lancaster city community. By fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and civic engagement, McCaskey Campus functions as a central hub for student development, aiming to equip its diverse student body with the skills and experiences necessary to succeed in a global society.
2,600
Total Students
175.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McCaskey Campus
Demographic Student Count
White364
Hispanic1,523
Black458
Asian94
Two or More159
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    1,523 (58.6%)
  • Black
    458 (17.6%)
  • White
    364 (14.0%)
  • Two or More
    159 (6.1%)
  • Asian
    94 (3.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lancaster SD
Phone: (717)291-6211
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,600
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 175.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 748
Grade 10 716
Grade 11 595
Grade 12 541

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McCaskey Campus
Grade Student Count
Grade 9748
Grade 10716
Grade 11595
Grade 12541
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McCaskey Campus
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,28749.5%
Male1,31350.5%