Clairton Middle School High School

501 Waddell Ave
Clairton, PA 15025
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Serving 407 students in grades 6-12, Clairton Middle School 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 407 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 80-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : Clairton MS/HS's attendance zone encompasses the entire Clairton school district, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile from the school to the edge of the zone.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Clairton Middle School High School's student population of 407 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students

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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

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School Rankings

Clairton Middle School 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 Clairton Middle School High School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2503 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

7%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

30%
55%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

10-14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data

Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data

Black
70%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data

White
15%
60%

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Two or more races
11%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
85%
0.48

Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data

80-89%
87.5%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
62.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clairton Middle School High School's ranking?
Clairton Middle School High School is ranked #2503 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Clairton Middle School High School often compared to?
Clairton Middle School High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornell High School, Thomas Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clairton Middle School High School?
The graduation rate of Clairton Middle School High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Clairton Middle School High School?
407 students attend Clairton Middle School High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Clairton Middle School High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clairton Middle School High School?
Clairton Middle School High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clairton Middle School High School offer ?
Clairton Middle School High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clairton Middle School High School part of?
Clairton Middle School High School is part of Clairton City School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 407 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 80-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : Clairton MS/HS's attendance zone encompasses the entire Clairton school district, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile from the school to the edge of the zone.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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