Hempfield High School is a public senior high school located in Salunga-Landisville, Pennsylvania, United States. It serves both East and West Hempfield townships and serves as the only high school for Hempfield School District.
Serving 2,254 students in grades 9-12, Hempfield Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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: 2,254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hempfield Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hempfield Sr. High School's student population of 2,254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hempfield Sr. 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 Hempfield Sr. High School is 0.52, 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
#439 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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: Black Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hempfield Sr. High School's ranking?
Hempfield Sr. High School is ranked #439 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hempfield Sr. High School often compared to?
Hempfield Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manheim Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hempfield Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Hempfield Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hempfield Sr. High School?
2,254 students attend Hempfield Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hempfield Sr. High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hempfield Sr. High School?
Hempfield Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hempfield Sr. High School offer ?
Hempfield Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hempfield Sr. High School part of?
Hempfield Sr. High School is part of Hempfield School District.
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