Excellent
#61 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 7% of private schools
The Kiski School
High School
1888 BRETT LN, Saltsburg, PA 15681
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#61 of 873
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About The Kiski School
The Kiski School is a private high school in Saltsburg, PA. The Kiski School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Kiski School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, The Kiski School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, The Kiski School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Kiski School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Kiski School compares to the 1 public school in Saltsburg, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saltsburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Kiski School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Saltsburg El Sch | 8.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1888 BRETT LN, Saltsburg, PA 15681
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Kiski School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dr Robert Ketterer CS Inc (rated 7.5/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Latrobe), with a comparable rating. Another option is Apollo-Ridge HS (rated 7.1/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Church), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kiski Area HS (rated 6.5/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Vandergrift), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saltsburg, see our Saltsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saltsburg El Sch Saltsburg | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Metzgar El Sch New Alexandria | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Apollo-Ridge El Sch Spring Church | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Apollo-Ridge HS Spring Church | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Apollo-Ridge MS Spring Church | 8.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Kiski Area South Primary Sch Export | 6.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Kiski Area Upper El Sch Apollo | 8.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CLELIAN HEIGHTS SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Greensburg | 9.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Kiski Area East Primary Sch Vandergrift | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PRESSLEY RIDGE DAY SCHOOL - GREENSBURG Greensburg | 11.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Maxwell El Sch Greensburg | 11.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Greensburg-Salem HS Greensburg | 11.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Nicely El Sch Greensburg | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Kiski Area HS Vandergrift | 11.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Kiski Area IHS Vandergrift | 11.1 mi | 3.2 |
| CHRIST THE DIVINE TEACHER SCHOOL Latrobe | 12.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Mountain View El Sch Greensburg | 13.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Dr Robert Ketterer CS Inc Latrobe | 12.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION PARTIAL HOSPITALIZATION Latrobe | 12.6 mi | — |
| Kiski Area North Primary Sch Leechburg | 11.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15681 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,389
Median Home Value
$131,800
Median Rent
$928/mo
Population
4,506
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
43.8
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|---|---|
| CHURCH FARM SCHOOL Exton, PA | 8.2 |
| Commodore Perry JSHS Hadley, PA | 8.2 |
| Rochester High School Rochester, PA | 8.1 |
| NOTRE DAME JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL East Stroudsburg, PA | 8.3 |
| Claysburg-Kimmel Sr HS Claysburg, PA | 8.0 |
| North Penn-Liberty JSHS Liberty, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Kiski School
What grades does The Kiski School serve?
The Kiski School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Kiski School?
The Kiski School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Kiski School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Kiski School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Kiski School rank in PA?
The Kiski School ranks #61 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Kiski School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Kiski School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Kiski School a private school?
Yes, The Kiski School is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Kiski School a religious school?
No, The Kiski School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 146 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Westmoreland County
- Phone
- (724) 639-3586
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