Serving 464 students in grades 9-12, South Allegheny 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Allegheny High School's student population of 464 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
South Allegheny 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 South Allegheny High School is 0.44, 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
#1782 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
13%
14%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Allegheny High School's ranking?
South Allegheny High School is ranked #1782 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Allegheny High School often compared to?
South Allegheny High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Saint Clair High School, North Allegheny High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Allegheny High School?
The graduation rate of South Allegheny High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend South Allegheny High School?
464 students attend South Allegheny High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of South Allegheny High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Allegheny High School?
South Allegheny High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Allegheny High School offer ?
South Allegheny High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Allegheny High School part of?
South Allegheny High School is part of South Allegheny School District.
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