Serving 1,094 students in grades 9-12, South Fayette Twp High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (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 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fayette Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Fayette Twp High School's student population of 1,094 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Fayette Twp High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)93%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Fayette Twp High School?
The graduation rate of South Fayette Twp High School is 99%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Fayette Twp High School?
1,094 students attend South Fayette Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Fayette Twp High School students are White, 18% 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 Twp High School?
South Fayette Twp High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Twp High School offer ?
South Fayette Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fayette Twp High School part of?
South Fayette Twp High School is part of South Fayette Township SD School District.
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