Eastern Lebanon County High School, referred to as ELCO High School, is located in Myerstown, Pennsylvania. It is a four-year high school with a total student enrollment of 747. The high-school campus also contains the district's intermediate and middle schools.
Serving 752 students in grades 9-12, Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School's student population of 752 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 24, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Rankings
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School's ranking?
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School is ranked #562 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School often compared to?
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Crest High School, Annville-cleona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School is 89%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School?
752 students attend Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School?
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School offer ?
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School part of?
Eastern Lebanon Co Sr. High School is part of Eastern Lebanon County School District.
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