Central Valley High School is a public high school in Center Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the only high school in the Central Valley School District. Athletic teams compete as the Central Valley Warriors in the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League.
Serving 721 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Monaca, PA, covering approximately 24.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Valley High School is 0.27, 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
#234 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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)21.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Carolina Blue and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #234 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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, Hopewell Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% 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 87.5%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
721 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central Valley High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Central Valley School District.
School Reviews
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