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 981 students in grades 9-12, Chartiers Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chartiers Valley High School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Chartiers Valley 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 Chartiers Valley High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#543 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colt
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chartiers Valley High School's ranking?
Chartiers Valley High School is ranked #543 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 92%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chartiers Valley High School?
981 students attend Chartiers Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Chartiers Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
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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