Serving 667 students in grades 9-12, Connellsville Area Sr. 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Connellsville Area SHS's attendance zone covers the entire Connellsville school district, encompassing approximately 217.1 square miles. The zone is located in Connellsville, PA, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and the furthest edge being 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Connellsville Area Sr. High School's student population of 667 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1966
Campus Size
222,000 Square Feet
School Rankings
Connellsville Area Sr. 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 Connellsville Area Sr. High School is 0.15, 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
#1717 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
78%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2018. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connellsville Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School is ranked #1717 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Connellsville Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Connellsville Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Highlands Sr. High School, Albert Gallatin Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Connellsville Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Connellsville Area Sr. High School is 78%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Connellsville Area Sr. High School?
667 students attend Connellsville Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Connellsville Area Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Connellsville Area Sr. High School?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Connellsville Area Sr. High School offer ?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Connellsville Area Sr. High School part of?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School is part of Connellsville Area School District.
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