800 Pine Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
ph: 610-966-8300
fax: 610-966-8440
The East Penn School District is located in the Lehigh Valley's metropolitan area. The K-12 enrollment in September of 2009 was 7977 which included 3499 elementary, 1834 at the two middle schools and 2644 at the senior high.
East Penn is noted for its academic excellence. Of the Class of 2009, 56% are attending four-year colleges or universities, 23% are attending two-year colleges and 2% are attending business, nursing or technical schools for a total of 81% seeking higher education. Twenty-one (21) advanced placement courses and 21 honors courses are offered at the high school. There are classes for special needs students and academically gifted on all levels. Student activities include dramatics and musical performances as well as an active club program. At the secondary level, 22 varsity and 12 junior varsity sports are offered with over one-third of the students participating. The East Penn staff consists of approximately 527 professional and 480 support members. Nearly 73% of the teachers hold a master degree or beyond... more
Mission Statement: The East Penn School District will provide a learning environment in which students become problem solvers, collaborators and critical thinkers.
Vision Statement: The East Penn School District will empower students to maximize their individual potential and become lifelong learners and contributors to a global society.