Stroudsburg Area School District is a public K–12 district located in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. It covers approximately 73 square miles and serves the borough of Stroudsburg along with surrounding communities. The district emphasizes academic rigor, emotional resilience, and preparing students to be effective, collaborative problem‑solvers.
📚 Schools & Enrollment
According to recent data, SASD includes:
7 schools
~4,464 students
Student–teacher ratio: ~13:1
Breakdown of schools:
5 elementary schools
1 middle school
1 high school
🌍 Student Demographics
Minority enrollment: ~50%
Economically disadvantaged students: ~38%
Student body composition includes approximately:
48.7% White
19.4% Black
25.7% Hispanic/Latino
3.4% Asian/Pacific Islander
This places SASD among the most diverse districts in Pennsylvania, ranking in the top 1% for diversity.
🎓 Academic Performance
SASD performs above the state average:
Math proficiency: ~40% (PA average: 38%)
Reading proficiency: ~56% (PA average: 55%)
Overall district rating: 6/10 (top 50% statewide)
Niche also rates the district B+ overall, with strong marks in diversity, college prep, and activities.
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Where are you from?
I live in Stroudsburg and have lived here my whole life.
What activities do you enjoy outside of school?
I love to play soccer, go shopping, hang out with friends, and bake/cook.
What are your plans for after high school?
I plan to attend a 4-year college to study chemical engineering.
What place(s) would you like to visit?
I really want to visit Spain, the Netherlands,…
At which school in the district do you work?
I work at Arlington, Hamilton, and Morey Elementary
How long have you been working at SASD?
I have been working here for 3 years.
What is your favorite part of working at SASD?
I enjoy working with children and families in the community where I live. I get to be a part of the school district that my children attend and participate in activities…
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The Homecoming nominees pose together for a group picture. (From Left to Right) Seniors Keilyn Tejeda, Nathalie Rodriguez, Janel Meyers, Madison Garcia, Cameryn Beebe,…
At which school in the district do you work?
I currently work at Hamilton Elementary.
How long have you been working at SASD?
I have worked at SASD for 18 years!
If you had gone into another profession, what would it be and why?
I think I would make a great detective or a lawyer because I like trying to uncover the truth, fighting for what is right, and having a good argument! :)
What is one…
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The Devil’s Den
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At which school in the district do you teach?
Stroudsburg High School.
What subject(s) do you teach?
Mainly Chemistry but i have one Biology Remediation class.
What grade(s) do you teach?
I teach 10th 11th and 12th.
How long have you been teaching at SASD?
This is my fourth year at Stroudsburg, second full year teaching Chemistry.
What is your favorite part about teaching?
Watching students…
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