West Allegheny Senior High School is a public high school located in the West Allegheny School District in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. The school serves students in grades 9–12 from Findlay Township, North Fayette Township, and the Oakdale Borough.
Serving 1,021 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 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Allegheny Sr. High School's student population of 1,021 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Colors
Grey, Scarlet
School Rankings
West Allegheny Sr. 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 West Allegheny Sr. High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Allegheny Sr. High School's ranking?
West Allegheny Sr. High School is ranked #142 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Allegheny Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Allegheny Sr. High School is 98%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Allegheny Sr. High School?
1,021 students attend West Allegheny Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Allegheny Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Allegheny Sr. High School part of?
West Allegheny Sr. High School is part of West Allegheny School District.
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