Serving 1,143 students in grades 9-12, South Fayette High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than 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 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: South Fayette Twp High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mc Donald, PA, encompassing approximately 20.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fayette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Fayette High School's student population of 1,143 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,143 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Fayette High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fayette High School is 0.46, 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
#152 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-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 South Fayette High School's ranking?
South Fayette High School is ranked #152 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fayette High School?
The graduation rate of South Fayette High School is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend South Fayette High School?
1,143 students attend South Fayette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Fayette High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fayette High School?
South Fayette High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette High School offer ?
South Fayette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Fayette High School part of?
South Fayette High School is part of South Fayette Township School District.
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