Chestnut Ridge Senior High School is a small, rural public, comprehensive high school located in the Chestnut Ridge region of Bedford County, Pennsylvania. In 2015, enrollment was 639 pupils in grades 8th through 12th. Chestnut Ridge Senior High School is the only high school in the Chestnut Ridge School District.
Serving 470 students in grades 8-12, Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chestnut Ridge SHS is located in New Paris, PA, and its attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 224.6 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 9.5 miles, with the furthest edge being 19.7 miles away, and a typical drive to the school taking 15-20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School's student population of 470 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School is 0.08, 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
#801 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School's ranking?
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School is ranked #801 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School often compared to?
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School?
470 students attend Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School?
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School offer ?
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School part of?
Chestnut Ridge Sr. High School is part of Chestnut Ridge School District.
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