West Mifflin Area High School is a 9–12 high school in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, United States.
Serving 964 students in grades 9-12, West Mifflin Area 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for West Mifflin Area High School encompasses the entire West Mifflin school district, covering approximately 14.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Mifflin Area High School's student population of 964 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Mifflin Area 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 West Mifflin Area High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#2248 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
3%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Mifflin Area High School's ranking?
West Mifflin Area High School is ranked #2248 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Mifflin Area High School?
The graduation rate of West Mifflin Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West Mifflin Area High School?
964 students attend West Mifflin Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Mifflin Area High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Mifflin Area High School?
West Mifflin Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Mifflin Area High School offer ?
West Mifflin Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Mifflin Area High School part of?
West Mifflin Area High School is part of West Mifflin Area School District.
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