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Cumberland Valley High School

Cumberland Valley SD · Cumberland County · 6746 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050.0

(717)766-0217

10/10
#44
Rank 44 out of 625
Top 7%
English Language Arts10/10 · #50 · 92nd percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #46 · 93rd percentile
Science10/10 · #34 · 95th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Cumberland Valley High School sits in Mechanicsburg, a growing suburb just west of Harrisburg that blends small-town charm with easy access to the capital region's amenities. The school consistently ranks among Pennsylvania's strongest, with particularly impressive science scores that reflect a curriculum built for students who want to be challenged. Families drawn to the area tend to be academically focused and community-invested, and they'll find a school that can genuinely keep up with high-achieving kids without requiring a move to a major metro area.

Student Demographics

742 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
487 (66%)
Asian
155 (21%)
Hispanic
35 (5%)
African American
31 (4%)
Multiple Races
30 (4%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners29 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged185 (25%)
Students with Disabilities81 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

3,165
Enrollment
195.9
Teachers (FTE)
16.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

95.5%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

20
AP Courses
offered
21.7%
AP Participation
of students
659
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program44 students enrolled

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #395 · 41st percentile

28 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.