Ambridge High School is a midsized, suburban secondary school in Ambridge, Pennsylvania. By 2016, the school enrollment was reported as 749 pupils in grades 9th through 12th.
Serving 693 students in grades 9-12, Ambridge Area High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ambridge Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ambridge Area High School's student population of 693 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Ambridge Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ambridge Area High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
18%
14%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bridger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ambridge Area High School's ranking?
Ambridge Area High School is ranked #600 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ambridge Area High School often compared to?
Ambridge Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ambridge Area High School?
The graduation rate of Ambridge Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ambridge Area High School?
693 students attend Ambridge Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ambridge Area High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ambridge Area High School?
Ambridge Area High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ambridge Area High School offer ?
Ambridge Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ambridge Area High School part of?
Ambridge Area High School is part of Ambridge Area School District.
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