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#2059 of 2,846 schools in PA
River Valley HS
High School · River Valley SD
100 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,059 of 2,846
In Blairsville
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
River Valley SD
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About River Valley HS
River Valley HS is a public high school in Blairsville, PA, part of River Valley SD. River Valley HS serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. River Valley HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,059 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for River Valley HS show 48% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
River Valley HS sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
37% of students at River Valley 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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River Valley HS — Students at River Valley HS score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
How River Valley HS Compares
See how River Valley 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
100 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Valley HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Bolivar), which scores notably higher. Another option is Derry Area SHS (rated 7.6/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Derry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Homer-Center JSHS (rated 7.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Homer City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blairsville, see our Blairsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blairsville El Sch Blairsville | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| River Valley MS Blairsville | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Homer-Center JSHS Homer City | 6.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Homer-Center El Sch Homer City | 6.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Grandview El Sch Derry | 8.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Laurel Valley El Sch New Florence | 8.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Derry Area SHS Derry | 9.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Derry Area MS Derry | 9.0 mi | 6.4 |
| OUTSIDE IN SCHOOL Bolivar | 10.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Ben Franklin El Sch Indiana | 11.9 mi | 7.7 |
| United JSHS Armagh | 9.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GRACE BIBLE ACADEMY Bradenville | 11.0 mi | 6.8 |
| United El Sch Armagh | 9.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Eisenhower El Sch Indiana | 12.1 mi | 6.4 |
| KEYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Indiana | 12.4 mi | — |
| Horace Mann El Sch Indiana | 12.4 mi | 8.6 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Indiana | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Latrobe | 12.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT INDIANA Indiana | 12.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Indiana Area JHS Indiana | 12.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,544
Median Home Value
$154,500
Median Rent
$685/mo
Population
9,563
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
49.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Aliquippa JSHS Aliquippa, PA | 5.1 |
| Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers Philadelphia, PA | 5.1 |
| Southern Fulton JSHS Warfordsburg, PA | 5.1 |
| East Juniata JSHS Mcalisterville, PA | 5.0 |
| Ferndale Area JSHS Johnstown, PA | 5.0 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Valley HS
What grades does River Valley HS serve?
River Valley HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend River Valley HS?
River Valley HS has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Valley HS?
The student-teacher ratio at River Valley 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 River Valley HS rank in PA?
River Valley HS ranks #2,059 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is River Valley HS's MySchoolScout rating?
River Valley HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 River Valley HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Valley HS has 48% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
Is River Valley HS a charter school?
No, River Valley HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Valley HS a Title I school?
No, River Valley HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Valley HS?
99.5% of students at River Valley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Indiana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (724) 459-8882
Resources & Links
District
River Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 1,457
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,837
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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