Serving 193 students in grades 9-12, Monessen 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower 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 61% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monessen SHS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Monessen, PA, covering approximately 3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monessen Sr. High School's student population of 193 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monessen 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 Monessen Sr. High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2161 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
School Mascot
The Greyhound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monessen Sr. High School's ranking?
Monessen Sr. High School is ranked #2161 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monessen Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Monessen Sr. High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Monessen Sr. High School?
193 students attend Monessen Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Monessen Sr. High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monessen Sr. High School?
Monessen Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monessen Sr. High School offer ?
Monessen Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monessen Sr. High School part of?
Monessen Sr. High School is part of Monessen City School District.
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