Serving 1,660 students in grades 9-12, Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canon-McMillan High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Canonsburg, PA, encompassing approximately 56.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School's student population of 1,660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,660 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School is 0.29, 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
#406 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School's ranking?
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School is ranked #406 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School often compared to?
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peters Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School?
1,660 students attend Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School?
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School offer ?
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School part of?
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School is part of Canon-Mcmillan School District.
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