Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Monessen Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monessen Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Monessen Sr. High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monessen Sr. High School is 0.67, which is more 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)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
32%
14%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monessen Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Monessen Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Monessen Sr. High School?
208 students attend Monessen Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Monessen Sr. High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monessen Sr. High School?
Monessen Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monessen Sr. High School offer ?
Monessen Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monessen Sr. High School part of?
Monessen Sr. High School is part of Monessen City SD School District.
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