Serving 532 students in grades 9-12, Sharon 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Sharon, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.1 miles, with the furthest edge located 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sharon High School's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sharon 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 Sharon High School is 0.57, 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
#1373 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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)35%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon High School's ranking?
Sharon High School is ranked #1373 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sharon High School often compared to?
Sharon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory High School, Farrell Area High School/ums, Sharpsville Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sharon High School?
The graduation rate of Sharon High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Sharon High School?
532 students attend Sharon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sharon High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon High School?
Sharon High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharon High School offer ?
Sharon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharon High School part of?
Sharon High School is part of Sharon City School District.
School Reviews
Review Sharon High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
