High Schools in Mercer Area School District


Summary:

The Mercer Area School District in Pennsylvania is home to a single high school, Mercer Area Senior High School, which has consistently ranked among the top 10% of high schools in the state. This standout institution has demonstrated strong academic performance, with students outperforming the state average on Keystone Exams in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature.

Mercer Area Senior High School boasts a four-year graduation rate of 87.5%, which is higher than the state average, and a relatively low dropout rate of 1.6%. The school's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 may contribute to its academic success, and the district's above-average spending of $14,318 per student suggests a commitment to providing quality educational resources. Despite a significant portion of the student population (87.72%) qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school has been able to achieve exceptional results, indicating effective strategies for supporting economically disadvantaged students.

Overall, Mercer Area School District is home to a standout high school that has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance, high graduation rates, and a commitment to supporting its diverse student population. The school's success is a testament to the district's investment in education and the school's effective strategies for fostering student achievement.

District Detail

 545 W Butler St
Mercer, PA 16137-0032

 (724) 662-5100

SchoolDigger Rank:
182nd of 610 Pennsylvania districts

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Grades served: K-12
Students: 1,056

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
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.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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