Serving 750 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 750 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Valley High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Valley High School often compared to?
Central Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Area Sr. High School, Blackhawk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
750 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Central Valley SD School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
Yes, i would i have 3 boys in the highschool and they really like it 1 is graduating next year and 2 in the 10th
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