Below Average
#2507 of 2,846 schools in PA
Butler Area Shs
High School · Butler Area SD
120 Campus Lane, Butler, PA 16001
Enrollment
1,968
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,968
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,507 of 2,846
In Butler
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Butler Area SD
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Butler Area Shs
High School in Butler · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Butler Area Shs
Butler Area Shs is a public high school in Butler, PA, part of Butler Area SD. Butler Area Shs serves approximately 1,968 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Butler Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,507 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Butler Area Shs show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Butler 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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Butler Area Shs — Students at Butler Area Shs score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 1.4/10.
How Butler Area Shs Compares
See how Butler 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
120 Campus Lane, Butler, PA 16001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butler Area Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUMMIT ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Herman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knoch HS (rated 6.8/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Saxonburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 0.1 mi | — |
| Butler Area IHS Butler | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| BUTLER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 1.7 mi | — |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Center Township El Sch Butler | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 6.0 mi | 6.5 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 5.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY Herman | 5.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Moraine El Sch Prospect | 7.1 mi | 8.6 |
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 9.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Dassa McKinney El Sch West Sunbury | 9.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 9.1 mi | 6.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lebanon SHS Lebanon, PA | 3.9 |
| Fels Samuel HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| William Penn SHS York, PA | 4.2 |
| Truman SHS Levittown, PA | 4.3 |
| Harrisburg HS Harrisburg, PA | 3.6 |
| Norristown Area HS Norristown, PA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butler Area Shs
What grades does Butler Area Shs serve?
Butler Area Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Butler Area Shs?
Butler Area Shs has an enrollment of approximately 1,968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butler Area Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Butler Area Shs is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butler Area Shs rank in PA?
Butler Area Shs ranks #2,507 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Butler Area Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Butler Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Butler Area Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butler Area Shs has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Butler Area Shs a charter school?
No, Butler Area Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Butler Area Shs a Title I school?
No, Butler Area Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butler Area Shs?
41.3% of students at Butler 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
- 1,968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 116
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (724) 287-8721
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Butler Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,941
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,524
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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