Serving 576 students in grades 9-12, St. Marys Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Marys Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Marys Area Sr. High School's student population of 576 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
St. Marys Area Sr. 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 St. Marys Area Sr. High School is 0.06, 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
#711 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys Area Sr. High School's ranking?
St. Marys Area Sr. High School is ranked #711 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are St. Marys Area Sr. High School often compared to?
St. Marys Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgway Area High School, Johnsonburg Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Marys Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of St. Marys Area Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend St. Marys Area Sr. High School?
576 students attend St. Marys Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of St. Marys Area Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Marys Area Sr. High School?
St. Marys Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Marys Area Sr. High School offer ?
St. Marys Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Marys Area Sr. High School part of?
St. Marys Area Sr. High School is part of Saint Marys Area School District.
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