Chartiers Valley High School is a public school that was established in 1959 and is physically located in Collier Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. However, the school's post office address is Bridgeville, PA.
Serving 1,029 students in grades 9-12, Chartiers Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chartiers Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bridgeville, PA, encompassing approximately 18.9 square miles. The area is conveniently located, with a typical drive to the school taking around 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chartiers Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chartiers Valley High School's student population of 1,029 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,029 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Chartiers Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chartiers Valley High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1344 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Colt
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chartiers Valley High School's ranking?
Chartiers Valley High School is ranked #1344 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chartiers Valley High School often compared to?
Chartiers Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlynton Jr. Sr. High School, Montour High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chartiers Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Chartiers Valley High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Chartiers Valley High School?
1,029 students attend Chartiers Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chartiers Valley High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chartiers Valley High School?
Chartiers Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chartiers Valley High School offer ?
Chartiers Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chartiers Valley High School part of?
Chartiers Valley High School is part of Chartiers Valley School District.
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