Serving 518 students in grades 7-8, Kiski Area Ihs 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kiski Area IHS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district, located in Vandergrift, PA, and spans approximately 105.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiski Area Ihs's student population of 518 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kiski Area Ihs 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 Kiski Area Ihs is 0.22, 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
#1700 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Kiski Area Ihs's ranking?
Kiski Area Ihs is ranked #1700 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Kiski Area Ihs?
518 students attend Kiski Area Ihs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kiski Area Ihs students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiski Area Ihs?
Kiski Area Ihs has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kiski Area Ihs offer ?
Kiski Area Ihs offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiski Area Ihs part of?
Kiski Area Ihs is part of Kiski Area School District.
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