Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, New Brighton Area High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Brighton Area HS's attendance zone covers the entire school district of New Brighton, PA, encompassing approximately 12.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 1.7 miles and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Brighton Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
New Brighton Area High School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Lions Take Pride in Learning
School Rankings
New Brighton Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Brighton Area High School is 0.40, 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
#812 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Brighton Area High School's ranking?
New Brighton Area High School is ranked #812 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are New Brighton Area High School often compared to?
New Brighton Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester High School, Freedom Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 New Brighton Area High School?
The graduation rate of New Brighton Area High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Brighton Area High School?
382 students attend New Brighton Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Brighton Area High School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Brighton Area High School?
New Brighton Area High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Brighton Area High School offer ?
New Brighton Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Brighton Area High School part of?
New Brighton Area High School is part of New Brighton Area School District.
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