Palmyra Area SHS

www.pasd.us

1,126 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Palmyra Area Senior High School is a public secondary institution serving students in grades 9 through 12 in Palmyra, Pennsylvania. As part of the Palmyra Area School District, the high school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with opportunities for personal growth.

Beyond academics, Palmyra Area Senior High School fosters an active campus environment through a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic programs, student organizations, and fine arts initiatives. By focusing on community involvement and student engagement, the school aims to cultivate a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages both intellectual development and civic responsibility. Further information regarding specific school policies, calendars, and district resources can be found on their official website at http://www.pasd.us.

1,126

Total Students

74.3

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palmyra Area SHS
Demographic	Student Count
White	907
Hispanic	74
Black	20
Asian	80
Two or More	43
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
907 (80.6%)
Asian
80 (7.1%)
Hispanic
74 (6.6%)
Two or More
43 (3.8%)
Black
20 (1.8%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

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:	Palmyra Area SD
Phone:	(717)838-1331
Website:	http://www.pasd.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,126
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	74.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 284

Grade 10 289

Grade 11 273

Grade 12 280