Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Newport High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Newport school district, covering approximately 71.5 square miles in Newport, PA. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newport High School's student population of 267 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newport 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 Newport High School is 0.13, 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
#1252 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Buffalo Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport High School's ranking?
Newport High School is ranked #1252 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Newport High School often compared to?
Newport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Perry Sr. High School, Greenwood High School, Susquenita High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newport High School?
The graduation rate of Newport High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Newport High School?
267 students attend Newport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Newport High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport High School?
Newport High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newport High School offer ?
Newport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newport High School part of?
Newport High School is part of Newport School District.
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