Meyersdale Area High School is a four-year high school, located just south of Meyersdale in southcentral Somerset County in Summit Township. The original complex was opened in the late 1950s and featured modern classrooms, a gymnasium, auditorium, cafeteria, library, commercial shops and adjoining athletic fields.
Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, Meyersdale Area High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meyersdale Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 122.9 square miles in Meyersdale, PA. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to its boundaries and a maximum extent of 14.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meyersdale Area High School's student population of 246 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meyersdale Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meyersdale Area High School is 0.04, 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
#894 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
School Mascot
Red Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyersdale Area High School's ranking?
Meyersdale Area High School is ranked #894 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Meyersdale Area High School often compared to?
Meyersdale Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School, Salisbury-elk Lick Jr. Sr. High School, Windber Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meyersdale Area High School?
The graduation rate of Meyersdale Area High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Meyersdale Area High School?
246 students attend Meyersdale Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Meyersdale Area High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meyersdale Area High School?
Meyersdale Area High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meyersdale Area High School offer ?
Meyersdale Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meyersdale Area High School part of?
Meyersdale Area High School is part of Meyersdale Area School District.
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