Serving 2,819 students in grades 9-12, Emmaus High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmaus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Emmaus High School's student population of 2,819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 193 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Mascot
Green Hornets
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
193 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Emmaus High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmaus High School is 0.53, 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
#487 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Emmaus High School's ranking?
Emmaus High School is ranked #487 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Emmaus High School often compared to?
Emmaus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emmaus High School?
The graduation rate of Emmaus High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Emmaus High School?
2,819 students attend Emmaus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Emmaus High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Emmaus High School?
Emmaus High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emmaus High School offer ?
Emmaus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmaus High School part of?
Emmaus High School is part of East Penn School District.
School Reviews
5 2/22/2014
A 1934 Alumni Hal Higgins is searching for any class mates from the graduation class of 1934. Hal is 98 years living in Sun City Center FL. He is living independent at Freedom Plaza. He was the Class President and active in drama at Emmaus High,
5 12/21/2011
Absolutely Awesome Musical Choral Tuesday evening!
Kudos to the wonderful
music director and all those
who participated. It is evident that a great deal of work and practice went into
making this such an
exceptional musical evening!
The caliber and quality of
this evening was exemplary.
These young people put forth such effort and are a real
credit to the school and reflect the discipline and exceptional direction of their music teacher. VERY WELL
DONE!
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