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#1038 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 36% in state

Beaver Area Shs

High School · Beaver Area SD

Gypsy Glen Rd, Beaver, PA 15009

Enrollment

626

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,038 of 2,846

In Beaver

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Beaver Area SD

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Beaver Area Shs

7.0/10

High School in Beaver · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Beaver Area Shs

Beaver Area Shs is a public high school in Beaver, PA, part of Beaver Area SD. Beaver Area Shs serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaver Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,038 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Beaver Area Shs show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.4 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation3.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,902
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Beaver Area Shs — Students at Beaver Area Shs score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
72%
2021*
Math
72%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Beaver Area Shs Compares

See how Beaver Area Shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in PA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.8
Sports
18
10 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
3.7% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
10 boys'·8 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

Gypsy Glen Rd, Beaver, PA 15009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beaver Area Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rochester High School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Valley HS (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Monaca), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, New Brighton Area HS (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby New Brighton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Beaver, see our Beaver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Beaver Area MS Beaver 0.0 mi 5.3
College Square El Sch Beaver 0.7 mi 6.6
SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Beaver 1.1 mi 5.8
Dutch Ridge El Sch Beaver 2.0 mi 8.2
Todd Lane El Sch Monaca 2.4 mi 7.1
Central Valley HS Monaca 2.6 mi 7.4
New Brighton Area MS New Brighton 2.8 mi 5.0
Rochester High School Rochester 2.3 mi 8.1
Rochester MS Rochester 2.3 mi 8.4
Rochester Area Elementary School Rochester 2.3 mi 7.6
New Brighton Area HS New Brighton 2.9 mi 7.3
New Brighton Area El Sch New Brighton 2.9 mi 5.8
Beaver County Career & Technology Center Monaca 3.1 mi
Central Valley MS Monaca 2.5 mi 4.6
Center Grange Primary School Aliquippa 3.4 mi 7.2
Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls 3.7 mi 5.9
ST MONICA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Beaver Falls 3.8 mi 6.7
Central El Sch Beaver Falls 4.2 mi 3.0
Beaver Falls MS Beaver Falls 4.2 mi 3.1
Beaver Falls Area SHS Beaver Falls 4.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,629

Median Home Value

$245,400

Median Rent

$725/mo

Population

15,610

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

45.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Berwick Area HS Berwick, PA 7.0
Brookville JSHS Brookville, PA 7.0
Hanover SHS Hanover, PA 7.0
Jefferson County-DuBois Area Vocational-Technical School Reynoldsville, PA 7.0
Juniata SHS Mifflintown, PA 7.0
North East High School North East, PA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beaver Area Shs

What grades does Beaver Area Shs serve?

Beaver Area Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Beaver Area Shs?

Beaver Area Shs has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaver Area Shs?

The student-teacher ratio at Beaver Area Shs is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beaver Area Shs rank in PA?

Beaver Area Shs ranks #1,038 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Beaver Area Shs's MySchoolScout rating?

Beaver Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beaver Area Shs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaver Area Shs has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Beaver Area Shs a charter school?

No, Beaver Area Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beaver Area Shs a Title I school?

No, Beaver Area Shs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beaver Area Shs?

28.9% of students at Beaver Area Shs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Beaver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Beaver Area SD
District Enrollment
1,994
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,902
District Rank
#2 of 4

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