Fox Chapel Area School District

The Fox Chapel Area School District is an exceptional school system in Pennsylvania, comprising 6 schools that consistently rank among the best in the state. The district serves students from elementary through high school, with 4 top-performing elementary schools, 1 highly-rated middle school, and a distinguished high school.

The standout schools in the district include OHara Elementary School and Fairview Elementary School, both of which rank in the top 12 and 1 elementary schools in Pennsylvania respectively. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 95% of students proficient or better in core subjects. At the high school level, Fox Chapel Area High School is also a standout, ranking in the top 7-15 high schools in the state and maintaining excellent graduation rates and low dropout rates.

Across the district, students demonstrate exceptional performance on standardized tests, far exceeding state averages on the PSSA and Keystone Exams. The district also stands out for its high graduation rates and low dropout rates, as well as its significant per-student spending. While the data suggests potential equity concerns at Kerr Elementary School, the Fox Chapel Area School District as a whole is an exemplary system delivering outstanding educational outcomes for its students.