Mars Area School District


Summary:

The Mars Area School District in Pennsylvania operates 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, serving students from a predominantly white and affluent community.

The standout schools in the district are Mars Area Senior High School, which consistently ranks in the top 20% of Pennsylvania high schools and boasts a 98% four-year graduation rate and exceptional academic performance, and Mars Area Elementary School, which is ranked in the top 10% of Pennsylvania elementary schools and demonstrates impressive proficiency rates in PSSA Math, English Language Arts, and Science.

Overall, the schools in the Mars Area School District outperform state averages on standardized tests, with proficiency rates often 20-30 percentage points higher. The district also maintains low dropout rates, with Mars Area Middle School and Mars Area Centennial School both reporting a 0% dropout rate. While the district's per-student spending varies, the overall focus on academic excellence, equity, and efficient resource allocation suggests a commitment to providing a high-quality education for all students.

District Detail

 545 Route 228
Mars, PA 16046-3123

 (724) 625-1518

SchoolDigger Rank:
45th of 606 Pennsylvania districts

See the 2023 Pennsylvania District rankings!
Grades served: K-12
Students: 3,517

Primary Schools: 2
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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