Below Average
#2398 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mckeesport Area Shs
High School · McKeesport Area SD
1960 Eden Park Blvd, Mckeesport, PA 15132
Enrollment
1,051
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,051
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,398 of 2,846
In Mckeesport
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
McKeesport Area SD
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Mckeesport Area Shs
High School in Mckeesport · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mckeesport Area Shs
Mckeesport Area Shs is a public high school in Mckeesport, PA, part of McKeesport Area SD. Mckeesport Area Shs serves approximately 1,051 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckeesport Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,398 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mckeesport Area Shs show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mckeesport Area Shs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
72% of students at Mckeesport 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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Mckeesport Area Shs — Students at Mckeesport Area Shs score 26% proficient, which is below 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 PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 8.4/10.
How Mckeesport Area Shs Compares
See how Mckeesport 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
1960 Eden Park Blvd, Mckeesport, PA 15132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckeesport Area Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Allegheny HS (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westinghouse Arts Academy CS (rated 6.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmerding), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mckeesport, see our Mckeesport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport | 0.2 mi | 2.3 |
| MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S White Oak | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Propel CS-McKeesport Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mckeesport | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Francis McClure El Sch Mckeesport | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Twin Rivers El Sch Mckeesport | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Duquesne El Sch Duquesne | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| South Allegheny MS Mckeesport | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| South Allegheny HS Mckeesport | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Greenock El Sch Mckeesport | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Versailles | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Logan El Sch North Versailles | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| South Allegheny El Sch Port Vue | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| East Allegheny JSHS North Versailles | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Westinghouse Arts Academy CS Wilmerding | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| West Mifflin Area MS West Mifflin | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Mt Vernon El Sch Mckeesport | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| West Mifflin Area HS West Mifflin | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,170
Median Home Value
$71,300
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
19,083
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
| Pottstown HS Pottstown, PA | 4.3 |
| Wyoming Area Sec Ctr Exeter, PA | 4.3 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester, PA | 4.2 |
| Edison HS/Fareira Skills Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| Fels Samuel HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckeesport Area Shs
What grades does Mckeesport Area Shs serve?
Mckeesport Area Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mckeesport Area Shs?
Mckeesport Area Shs has an enrollment of approximately 1,051 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckeesport Area Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckeesport Area Shs is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckeesport Area Shs rank in PA?
Mckeesport Area Shs ranks #2,398 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mckeesport Area Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckeesport Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Mckeesport Area Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckeesport Area Shs has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mckeesport Area Shs a charter school?
No, Mckeesport Area Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckeesport Area Shs a Title I school?
No, Mckeesport Area Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckeesport Area Shs?
100.0% of students at Mckeesport 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
- 1,051
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.3%
- Phone
- (412) 664-3650
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
McKeesport Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,059
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,863
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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