Serving 6 students in grades 9-12, Mercer County Career Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer County Career Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mercer County Career Center's student population of 6 students has declined by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mercer County Career Center is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
100%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Mercer County Career Center?
6 students attend Mercer County Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mercer County Career Center students are White.
What grades does Mercer County Career Center offer ?
Mercer County Career Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercer County Career Center part of?
Mercer County Career Center is part of Mercer County Career Center School District.
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