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#1602 of 2,846 schools in PA
Beaver Falls Area Shs
High School · Big Beaver Falls Area SD
1701 8th Ave, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
480
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,602 of 2,846
In Beaver Falls
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Big Beaver Falls Area SD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Beaver Falls Area Shs
Beaver Falls Area Shs is a public high school in Beaver Falls, PA, part of Big Beaver Falls Area SD. Beaver Falls Area Shs serves approximately 480 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaver Falls Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,602 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Beaver Falls Area Shs show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Beaver Falls Area Shs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Beaver Falls Area Shs — Students at Beaver Falls Area Shs score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Beaver Falls Area Shs Compares
See how Beaver Falls Area Shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1701 8th Ave, Beaver Falls, PA 15010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beaver Falls Area Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rochester High School (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEAVER CO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -UPPER (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Brighton Area HS (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby New Brighton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaver Falls, see our Beaver Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Falls MS Beaver Falls | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Central El Sch Beaver Falls | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Beaver Falls | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BEAVER CO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -UPPER Beaver Falls | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BEAVER COUNTY CHRISTIAN Beaver Falls | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| New Brighton Area MS New Brighton | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| THE SCHOOL AT MCGUIRE MEMORIAL New Brighton | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| New Brighton Area El Sch New Brighton | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| New Brighton Area HS New Brighton | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Dutch Ridge El Sch Beaver | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Highland MS Beaver Falls | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Blackhawk Intermediate Sch Beaver Falls | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Beaver Area MS Beaver | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Beaver Area SHS Beaver | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Beaver | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| College Square El Sch Beaver | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Big Beaver El Sch Darlington | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Rochester High School Rochester | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Rochester MS Rochester | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,253
Median Home Value
$196,600
Median Rent
$833/mo
Population
28,621
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Bartram John - Main Philadelphia, PA | 6.0 |
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| Clarion Area JSHS Clarion, PA | 6.0 |
| Clarion-Limestone Area JSHS Strattanville, PA | 6.0 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe, PA | 6.0 |
| Neshannock JSHS New Castle, PA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beaver Falls Area Shs
What grades does Beaver Falls Area Shs serve?
Beaver Falls Area Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Beaver Falls Area Shs?
Beaver Falls Area Shs has an enrollment of approximately 480 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaver Falls Area Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Beaver Falls Area Shs is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beaver Falls Area Shs rank in PA?
Beaver Falls Area Shs ranks #1,602 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Beaver Falls Area Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Beaver Falls Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Falls Area Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaver Falls Area Shs has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Beaver Falls Area Shs a charter school?
No, Beaver Falls Area Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beaver Falls Area Shs a Title I school?
No, Beaver Falls Area Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beaver Falls Area Shs?
100.0% of students at Beaver Falls 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 480
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Beaver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (724) 843-7470
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Big Beaver Falls Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,618
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,489
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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