Northeastern High School (Pennsylvania)
| Northeastern Senior High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
|
300 High Street Manchester, 17345 United States | |
| Coordinates | 40°03′55″N 76°42′57″W / 40.0652°N 76.7157°WCoordinates: 40°03′55″N 76°42′57″W / 40.0652°N 76.7157°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Public |
| School board | 9 locally elected members |
| School district | Northeastern York School District |
| Superintendent | Dr. Shawn Minnich |
| Administrator |
Dr. Stacey Sidle - Assistant Superintendent |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Pupils | 1047 |
| • Grade 9 | 279 |
| • Grade 10 | 272 |
| • Grade 11 | 247 |
| • Grade 12 | 249 |
| Campus size | Large |
| Campus type | Midsized, Rural |
| Mascot | Bobcats |
| Website | http://www.nesd.k12.pa.us/Domain/499 |
Northeastern York High School is located at 300 High Street, Manchester, Pennsylvania. It is In the Northeastern York School District.
In 2010, Northeastern York High School reported an enrollment of 1,047 pupils in grades 9th through 12th, with 352 pupils eligible for a federal free or reduced-price lunch due to family poverty. The school employed 72 teachers, yielding a student–teacher ratio of 14:1.[29] In 2010, 27 of the teachers were rated "Non-Highly Qualified" under No Child Left Behind.[30]
In 2012, Northeastern High School declined to School Improvement I AYP status due to a low graduation rate and low student achievement in reading and especially mathematics.[31] The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) required the high school's administration to develop a school improvement plan to address the graduation rate and low student achievement. The plan was required to be submitted to the PDE for approval. Under the Pennsylvania Accountability System, the school must pay for additional tutoring for struggling students.[32] The High School is eligible for special, extra funding under School Improvement Grants which the school must apply for each year.[33]
In 2011, Northeastern High School declined to Warning status due to lagging students achievement in mathematics and reading.[34] In 2010, the school had achieved AYP status.
PSSA Results: 11th Grade Reading
2012 - 68% on grade level, (16% below basic). State - 67% of 11th graders are on grade level.[35] 2011 - 67% (14% below basic). State - 69.1%[36] 2010 - 61% (20% below basic). State - 67% [37] 2009 - 60%, State - 65% [38] 2008 - 59%, State - 65% [39] 2007 - 72%, State - 65%
11th Grade Math
2012 - 63% on grade level (17% below basic). In Pennsylvania, 59% of 11th graders are on grade level.[40] 2011 - 62% (21% below basic). State - 60.3%[41] 2010 - 63% (19% below basic). State - 67% 2009 - 61%, State - 56% 2008 - 55%, State - 55% 2007 - 60%, State - 53%
11th Grade Science
2012 - 42% on grade level (8% below basic). State - 42% of 11th graders were on grade level.[42] 2011 - 44% (12% below basic). State - 40%[43] 2010 - 35% (17% below basic). State - 39% 2009 - 41%, State - 40% 2008 - 34%, State - 39%[44]
SAT scores
In 2012, 140 Northeastern York School District students took the SAT exams. The District's Verbal Average Score was 497. The Math average score was 509. The Writing average score was 475. The statewide Verbal SAT exams results were: Verbal 491, Math 501, Writing 480. In the USA, 1.65 million students took the exams achieving scores: Verbal 496, Math 514, Writing 488. According to the College Board the maximum score on each section was 800, and 360 students nationwide scored a perfect 2,400.
In 2011, 109 Northeastern York School District students took the SAT exams. The district's Verbal Average Score was 482. The Math average score was 498. The Writing average score was 481.[45] Pennsylvania ranked 40th among states with SAT scores: Verbal - 493, Math - 501, Writing - 479.[46] In the United States 1.65 million students took the exam in 2011. They averaged 497 (out of 800) verbal, 514 math and 489 in writing.[47] College remediation
According to a Pennsylvania Department of Education study released in January 2009, 31% of Northeastern York Senior High School graduates required remediation in mathematics and or reading before they were prepared to take college level courses in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education or community colleges.[48] Less than 66% of Pennsylvania high school graduates, who enroll in a four-year college in Pennsylvania, will earn a bachelor's degree within six years. Among Pennsylvania high school graduates pursuing an associate degree, only one in three graduate in three years.[49] Per the Pennsylvania Department of Education, one in three recent high school graduates who attend Pennsylvania's public universities and community colleges takes at least one remedial course in math, reading or English. Dual enrollment
The high school offers a dual enrollment program. This state program permits high school students to take courses, at local higher education institutions, to earn college credits. Students remain enrolled at their high school. The courses count towards high school graduation requirements and towards earning a college degree. The students continue to have full access to activities and programs at their high school, including the graduation ceremony. The college credits are offered at a deeply discounted rate. The state offers a small grant to assist students in costs for tuition, fees and books.[50] Under the Pennsylvania Transfer and Articulation Agreement, many Pennsylvania colleges and universities accept these credits for students who transfer to their institutions.[51] For the 2009-10 funding year, the Northeastern York School District received a state grant of $12,496 for the program.[52] Graduation requirements
Northeastern York School Board has determined that a pupil must earn 27 credits to graduate, including: Math 4 credits, English 4.5 credits, social studies 4 credits, science 4 credits, Physical Education/Health/Safety Education 2.5 credits Computer Technology 1 credit, World language 1 credit and electives 3 credits.[53]
By law, all Pennsylvania secondary school students must complete a project as a part of their eligibility to graduate from high school. The type of project, its rigor and its expectations are set by the individual school district.[54] Students earn 2 credits toward graduation when completing the project.
By Pennsylvania School Board regulations, beginning with the class of 2017, public school students must demonstrate successful completion of secondary level course work in Algebra I, Biology, and English Literature by passing the Keystone Exams.[55][56][57] For the class of 2019, a composition exam will be added. For the class of 2020, passing a civics and government exam will be added to the graduation requirements.[58] In 2011, Pennsylvania high school students field tested the Algebra 1, Biology and English Lit exams. The statewide results were: Algebra 1 38% on grade level, Biology 35% on grade level and English Lit - 49% on grade level.[59] Individual student, school or district reports were not made public, although they were reported to district officials by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Students identified as having special needs and qualifying for an Individual Educational Program (IEP) may graduate by meeting the requirements of their IEP.