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Southmoreland Shs
High School · Southmoreland SD
2351 Route 981 Box A, Alverton, PA 15612
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,044 of 2,846
In Alverton
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Southmoreland SD
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Southmoreland Shs
High School in Alverton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Southmoreland Primary Center
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About Southmoreland Shs
Southmoreland Shs is a public high school in Alverton, PA, part of Southmoreland SD. Southmoreland Shs serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southmoreland Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,044 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Southmoreland Shs show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southmoreland 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.
Southmoreland Shs 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.
33% of students at Southmoreland 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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Southmoreland Shs — Students at Southmoreland Shs score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
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
↓ 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: 7.8/10.
How Southmoreland Shs Compares
See how Southmoreland 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
2351 Route 981 Box A, Alverton, PA 15612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southmoreland Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GEIBEL CATHOLIC JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Connellsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Pleasant Area HS (rated 6.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Pleasant), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center (rated 6.5/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Connellsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alverton, see our Alverton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southmoreland Primary Center Alverton | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Southmoreland El Sch Scottdale | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Southmoreland MS Scottdale | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Ramsay El Sch Mount Pleasant | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| VERNA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Mount Pleasant Area JHS Mount Pleasant | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Mount Pleasant Area HS Mount Pleasant | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HILLTOP BAPTIST SCHOOL Hunker | 5.8 mi | — |
| Mendon El Sch Ruffsdale | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Bullskin El Sch Connellsville | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Yough Intrmd/MS Sch Ruffsdale | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Stanwood El Sch New Stanton | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center New Stanton | 6.3 mi | — |
| GEIBEL CATHOLIC JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Connellsville | 7.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CONN AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Connellsville | 7.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Connellsville Area SHS Connellsville | 7.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center Connellsville | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Connellsville Area MS Connellsville | 8.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Norvelt El Sch Mount Pleasant | 7.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,842
Median Home Value
$127,100
Population
510
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
78.4%
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southmoreland Shs
What grades does Southmoreland Shs serve?
Southmoreland Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Southmoreland Shs?
Southmoreland Shs has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southmoreland Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Southmoreland Shs is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southmoreland Shs rank in PA?
Southmoreland Shs ranks #2,044 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Southmoreland Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Southmoreland Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Southmoreland Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southmoreland Shs has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southmoreland Shs a charter school?
No, Southmoreland Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southmoreland Shs a Title I school?
No, Southmoreland Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southmoreland Shs?
54.1% of students at Southmoreland 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
- 555
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Westmoreland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (724) 887-2010
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Southmoreland SD- District Enrollment
- 1,819
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,708
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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