Serving 992 students in grades 9-12, West Allegheny Sr. 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 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Allegheny Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Allegheny Sr. High School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Allegheny Sr. High School is 0.15, 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)
76%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 schools are West Allegheny Sr. High School often compared to?
West Allegheny Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montour High School, Chartiers Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Allegheny Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Allegheny Sr. High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Allegheny Sr. High School?
992 students attend West Allegheny Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Allegheny Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Allegheny Sr. High School?
West Allegheny Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Allegheny Sr. High School offer ?
West Allegheny Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Allegheny Sr. High School part of?
West Allegheny Sr. High School is part of West Allegheny SD School District.
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