Serving 566 students in grades 9-12, Southmoreland Sr. 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southmoreland SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Alverton, PA, covering approximately 42.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southmoreland Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southmoreland Sr. High School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southmoreland Sr. 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 Southmoreland Sr. 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
#1571 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scottie
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southmoreland Sr. High School's ranking?
Southmoreland Sr. High School is ranked #1571 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Southmoreland Sr. High School often compared to?
Southmoreland Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southmoreland Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Southmoreland Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southmoreland Sr. High School?
566 students attend Southmoreland Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Southmoreland Sr. 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 Southmoreland Sr. High School?
Southmoreland Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southmoreland Sr. High School offer ?
Southmoreland Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southmoreland Sr. High School part of?
Southmoreland Sr. High School is part of Southmoreland School District.
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