Stroudsburg Area School District
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Address
123 Linden Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States
Phone
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Tax Rate
27.40 mills
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.
🏛️ District Identity
- Mascot: Mountaineers
- Colors: Maroon & White
- Athletic Conference: Eastern Pennsylvania Conference
- Budget: ~$119.8 million
- Website: sburg.org
The district’s mission focuses on equipping students with academic knowledge, social skills, and emotional resilience to thrive in future endeavors.
🗺️ Community Context
SASD sits in the center of the Poconos, serving a mix of suburban neighborhoods, small‑town communities, and rural areas. It is known for:
- A large student body (top 1% in PA)
- Strong extracurricular offerings
- A balanced academic profile with steady performance
SASD News
SHS introduces Future Educators of America club
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great teacher?
Stroudsburg High School has started a new club, Future Educators of America. This club welcomes anyone who wants to learn the basics of being a teacher. The advisors of this club include guidance counselor Mr. William Kunkel and Morey Elementary teacher Ms. Christine Wickenheiser.
Future Educators of America gives high school…
Student Spotlight on Samantha Green
Which countries/places would I like to visit?
I want to visit Tokyo Japan and Paris. They both piqued my interest in the culture.
What was your favorite class in SHS?
My favorite class is chemistry. I understand it and it is a delightful class.
What are your future plans after high school?
My future plans after high school are to go to the…
MCTI students, check your email
MCTI students who need transportation to and from the January Keystone Exams need to complete the Transportation forms sent to your email by December 15th. Testing begins after winter break on January 3rd. So, plan ahead and check your email.
NHS Peer Tutoring
If you are in need of tutoring, please join the Google Classroom so we can match you up with someone to help you. Please fill out the Google Form on our Google Classroom. You can always email Ms. Verway, NHS Adviser or email Gunnar Gasper, NHS President.
Friends-giving
Delano Morris, 12, and friends coordinated one final and special lunch gathering before departing for the SHS 10-day Thanksgiving break.–tablecloth and all. Lunch four was dominated by the “Friendsgiving” celebration on Friday, November 17. This luncheon may not have been nutritionally balanced but it was overloaded with a “sweetness” of a different sort–genuine kindness. Their goodwill…
Winner winner, turkey dinner
Congratulations to the Bondoc family! Ranniel Bondoc, 10, won the Turkey Raffle sponsored by the Science Olympiad club. Ranniella Bondoc,12, had the honor of picking up that 18-pound frozen turkey for the trek home as we departed for this 10-day holiday break. Well Done!
The harmful effects of Tiktok on students
To encourage students to become aware of how much time they use apps on their phones, The Mountaineer conducted a small survey in October at Stroudsburg Junior High School. According to this census, 73 percent of students spend approximately 2 hours or more on their phones daily. The app that 50 percent of students use most frequently is TikTok.
TikTok is a social media app that…
Rumored Skittles ban takes media by storm
We’ve all heard Skittle’s slogan, “Taste the Rainbow”, but a recent law passed in California seems to threaten these colorful candies.
Named The California Food Safety Act, but recently dubbed “The Skittles Ban”, California’s new law bans food additives found commonly in candies and sodas. The nickname comes from an earlier draft of the bill that banned titanium dioxide which is found in…
Poetry Out Loud Contest- $20,000
Check out Poetry Out Loud, see Ms. Griswold, room C125 to get more information.
Stroudsburg needs more competitive dancing
In Stroudsburg, there aren’t many people that do professional dance. Competitive dancing is one of the hardest sports to play. Ballet, Ballroom, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Jazz are some of the most popular dance styles today.
I have been dancing since I was 4-years-old. I do hip hop, jazz, modern, contemporary, ballet, musical theater, modern, and I just recently got on point. I have always…
How ADHD affects SHS students
October was ADHD awareness month.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that typically starts to show signs in the “childhood” phase of life. This disorder can often last through adulthood. ADHD is caused by low levels of a neurotransmitter called norepinephrine. Norepinephrine is linked with dopamine which controls the reward center of the brain…
Student Spotlight on Victoria Garcia
What activities or hobbies do you enjoy out of school?
Outside of school, I enjoy playing video games, watching TV, TikTok, etc, and going to work as a Lifeguard-Flow Instructor at Camelback Resort.
What are your future plans after high school?
After high school, I hope to attend Penn State University for Pre-Medicine. Then to apply to the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental…
Come see the 2023 Freshman Float!
The freshman float was one of the four floats produced this year by the grade participants at a competition held at Stroudsburg High School. This year’s theme was Cartoon Network, and the floats were taken to the High School for judging. The judging took place Friday, October 20, after the Homecoming Parade.
Meet Lori Verrella:
Mrs. Verella, the supervisor for the float, works as a…
Birthday Spotlight
Post a Birthday Photo with a message for $2 or Post a brief video message for $5. Complete the Birthday Spotlight form and see Ms. Appolo in C208 to pay.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1o4ffKOtJ-HLk-fxebEwYoH8iKpTff8Vae8OlStKLZKM/edit
SHS Book Club
On Fridays, bring your lunch to the library and talk about literature. Diverse selections!
See Mrs. Stauffer or email her at sstauff@sburg.org
Can the Principal Drive
Bring your donations to your 1st-period class. The class with the most donations wins a juice and doughnut breakfast Sponsored by Interact Club.
Stroudsburg ensures student safety
One of the most important aspects of school is safety.
When a parent sends their child into the school building, they put their trust in the school’s administration and staff to keep their children safe.
In a study from 2018, according to the Center For Homeland Defense and Security, a total of 51 students were killed and 107 were wounded in school shooting incidents. That same study…
Teacher Feature on Ms. Svensson
At which school in the district do you teach?
Stroudsburg Junior High School
What subject(s) do you teach?
Health and physical education
What grade (s) do you teach?
8-9
How long have you been teaching at SASD?
I’ve been teaching at Stroudsburg since 2007.
What is your favorite part about teaching?
My favorite part about teaching is my students! I love working with students of…
Peer Tutoring Sign-Ups
Need a tutor? Want to be a tutor?
See Mrs. Stauffer in the library or email her: sstauff@sburg.org
Classroom Code: 3bhlsno
Uproar surrounds the new family vlogging phenomenon
As a young adult, your main job is to discover who you are. Naturally, embarrassment is a part of that process.
Maybe you got a bad haircut or wore a terrible outfit for your first day of school. You may want to erase these moments from your memory. But, imagine that it was permanently displayed on the internet by your parents for not just your peers but potentially millions of strangers to…
The Mountaineer urges SJHS to get involved!
At Stroudsburg Junior High, students may not be aware of the extra-curricular activities that are available to us.
Extracurricular activities are a significant factor in long-term high school success. Most colleges look for students who are involved in these activities.
Stroudsburg Junior High School has a diverse amount of clubs that could look great on a college application. An…