Ambridge High School is a midsized, suburban secondary school in Ambridge, Pennsylvania. By 2016, the school enrollment was reported as 749 pupils in grades 9th through 12th.
Serving 705 students in grades 9-12, Ambridge Area 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ambridge Area High School's attendance zone covers the entire Ambridge Area School District, encompassing approximately 25.6 square miles in Ambridge, PA. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ambridge Area High School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
705 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Ambridge Area School District is to be the “Bridge” to leading and learning, preparing students for the future through academic excellence.
School Rankings
Ambridge Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ambridge Area High School is 0.38, 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
#1627 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
3%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Bridger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ambridge Area High School's ranking?
Ambridge Area High School is ranked #1627 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ambridge Area High School often compared to?
Ambridge Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Area Sr. High School, Aliquippa Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ambridge Area High School?
The graduation rate of Ambridge Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Ambridge Area High School?
705 students attend Ambridge Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ambridge Area High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ambridge Area High School?
Ambridge Area High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ambridge Area High School offer ?
Ambridge Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ambridge Area High School part of?
Ambridge Area High School is part of Ambridge Area School District.
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