Exeter Township Senior High School is a public secondary school located in the vicinity of Reading, Pennsylvania. The school is part of the Exeter Township School District. In the 2017–2018 school year, the school reported an enrollment of 1,327 pupils in grades 9–12. The current principal is Thomas Campbell.
Serving 1,309 students in grades 9-12, Exeter Twp Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 1,309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter Twp Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Exeter Twp Sr. High School's student population of 1,309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Rankings
Exeter Twp Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Exeter Twp Sr. High School is 0.51, 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
#1130 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exeter Twp Sr. High School's ranking?
Exeter Twp Sr. High School is ranked #1130 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Exeter Twp Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Exeter Twp Sr. High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Exeter Twp Sr. High School?
1,309 students attend Exeter Twp Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Exeter Twp Sr. High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Exeter Twp Sr. High School?
Exeter Twp Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Exeter Twp Sr. High School offer ?
Exeter Twp Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Exeter Twp Sr. High School part of?
Exeter Twp Sr. High School is part of Exeter Township School District.
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