Serving 449 students in grades 7-12, Shenango 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shenango High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of New Castle, PA, covering approximately 24.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shenango High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shenango High School's student population of 449 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Shenango 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 Shenango High School is 0.12, 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
#1171 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shenango High School's ranking?
Shenango High School is ranked #1171 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shenango High School often compared to?
Shenango High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union High School, Neshannock Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shenango High School?
The graduation rate of Shenango High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Shenango High School?
449 students attend Shenango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Shenango High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shenango High School?
Shenango High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shenango High School offer ?
Shenango High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shenango High School part of?
Shenango High School is part of Shenango Area School District.
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