Very Good
#897 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 32% in state
New Brighton Area HS
High School · New Brighton Area SD
3202 43rd St, New Brighton, PA 15066
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#897 of 2,846
In New Brighton
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
New Brighton Area SD
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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New Brighton Area HS
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About New Brighton Area HS
New Brighton Area HS is a public high school in New Brighton, PA, part of New Brighton Area SD. New Brighton Area HS serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Brighton Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #897 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for New Brighton Area HS show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at New Brighton Area HS 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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New Brighton Area HS — Students at New Brighton Area HS score 60% 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 New Brighton Area HS Compares
See how New Brighton Area HS 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
3202 43rd St, New Brighton, PA 15066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Brighton Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rochester High School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BEAVER CO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -UPPER (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Beaver Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Beaver Area SHS (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Beaver), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Brighton, see our New Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Brighton Area El Sch New Brighton | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| New Brighton Area MS New Brighton | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| THE SCHOOL AT MCGUIRE MEMORIAL New Brighton | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Beaver Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Central El Sch Beaver Falls | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Beaver Falls MS Beaver Falls | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Beaver Falls Area SHS Beaver Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Rochester High School Rochester | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Rochester MS Rochester | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Rochester Area Elementary School Rochester | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Patterson Primary Sch Beaver Falls | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Beaver | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| College Square El Sch Beaver | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Beaver Area MS Beaver | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Beaver Area SHS Beaver | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Dutch Ridge El Sch Beaver | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BEAVER CO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -UPPER Beaver Falls | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| BEAVER COUNTY CHRISTIAN Beaver Falls | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Central Valley MS Monaca | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Todd Lane El Sch Monaca | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,277
Median Home Value
$138,700
Median Rent
$771/mo
Population
12,136
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe, PA | 7.3 |
| Cochranton JSHS Cochranton, PA | 7.3 |
| Everett Area HS Everett, PA | 7.3 |
| MERCERSBURG ACADEMY Mercersburg, PA | 7.3 |
| McGuffey HS Claysville, PA | 7.3 |
| National Constitution Center HS Philadelphia, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Brighton Area HS
What grades does New Brighton Area HS serve?
New Brighton Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Brighton Area HS?
New Brighton Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Brighton Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at New Brighton Area HS is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Brighton Area HS rank in PA?
New Brighton Area HS ranks #897 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is New Brighton Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
New Brighton Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 New Brighton Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Brighton Area HS has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is New Brighton Area HS a charter school?
No, New Brighton Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Brighton Area HS a Title I school?
No, New Brighton Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Brighton Area HS?
100.0% of students at New Brighton Area HS 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
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Beaver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (724) 846-1050
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
New Brighton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,279
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,478
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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