Very Good
#790 of 2,842 schools in PA
Top 28% in state
Butler Area Ihs
Middle School · Butler Area SD
551 Fairground Hill Road, Butler, PA 16001
Enrollment
1,267
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,267
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Butler
#5 of 8
public schools
Pennsylvania middle schools
#121 of 514
In district
#6 of 9
Butler Area SD
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Butler Area Ihs
Butler Area IHS serves 1,267 middle school students in grades 6-8 in Butler, Pennsylvania, with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1 among its 109 full-time teachers. The school ranks in the 64th percentile statewide, placing #1014 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. Academically, Butler Area IHS shows solid performance in English Language Arts, with 64% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels.
Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, as 38% of students currently score proficient or above. The school's academic score of 5.8 out of 10 reflects these mixed results, indicating opportunities for continued student development and support. The school draws from a stable community where the median household income is $60,866 and median home values reach $182,600.
About 30% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 11%. Butler Area IHS is situated on Fairground Hill Road in Butler County, positioned in a town setting on the fringe of an urban area, providing students with both small-town community connections and access to broader metropolitan resources.
Score Breakdown
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Butler Area Ihs — Students at Butler Area Ihs score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Butler Area Ihs Compares
See how Butler Area Ihs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 39% (2019) to 38.3% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 66% (2019) to 64.4% (2024).
Location
551 Fairground Hill Road, Butler, PA 16001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butler Area Ihs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SUMMIT ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Herman), which scores notably higher. Another option is Knoch Intermediate El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Saxonburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Center Township El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Butler Area SHS Butler | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 0.3 mi | — |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| BUTLER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 1.6 mi | — |
| Center Township El Sch Butler | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 4.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 5.5 mi | 7.8 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY Herman | 5.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 9.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Moraine El Sch Prospect | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 8.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Knoch Intermediate El Sch Saxonburg | 9.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,325
Median Home Value
$191,400
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
39,733
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
45.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Butler Area Ihs has a median household income of $61,325. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,400, with a median rent of $864/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eden Hall Upper El Sch Gibsonia, PA | 7.3 |
| Mountain View MS Mechanicsburg, PA | 7.3 |
| North Hills MS Pittsburgh, PA | 7.3 |
| Palmyra Area MS Palmyra, PA | 7.3 |
| Sandy Run MS Dresher, PA | 7.3 |
| Shaler Area El Sch Glenshaw, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butler Area Ihs
What grades does Butler Area Ihs serve?
Butler Area Ihs serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Butler Area Ihs?
Butler Area Ihs has an enrollment of approximately 1,267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butler Area Ihs?
The student-teacher ratio at Butler Area Ihs is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butler Area Ihs rank in PA?
Butler Area Ihs is ranked #790 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is Butler Area Ihs's MySchoolScout rating?
Butler Area Ihs has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Butler Area Ihs?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Butler Area Ihs has 36.2% math proficiency and 63.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Butler Area Ihs a charter school?
No, Butler Area Ihs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Butler Area Ihs a Title I school?
No, Butler Area Ihs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butler Area Ihs?
46.1% of students at Butler Area Ihs 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 109
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (724) 287-8721
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Butler Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,941
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,524
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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