Serving 902 students in grades 9-12, West Mifflin Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Mifflin Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
West Mifflin Area High School's student population of 902 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Mifflin Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Mifflin Area High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1053 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
27%
14%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1053 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Mifflin Area High School?
902 students attend West Mifflin Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Mifflin Area High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 15:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Mifflin Area High School part of?
West Mifflin Area High School is part of West Mifflin Area SD School District.
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