Somerset Area School District

The Somerset Area School District in Pennsylvania operates three schools: Somerset Area Junior-Senior High School, Maple Ridge Elementary School, and Eagle View Elementary School. The district's high school stands out as a top performer, ranking 76th out of 686 Pennsylvania high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, the elementary schools show more varied results, with Eagle View Elementary excelling in math and science proficiency while Maple Ridge Elementary lags behind.

Somerset Area Junior-Senior High School boasts a strong 87.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.6% dropout rate, indicating successful student outcomes. The school consistently outperforms the state average in PSSA/KEYSTONE exams, particularly in English Language Arts and Science. In comparison, Eagle View Elementary School stands out with high proficiency rates in PSSA Math and Science, surpassing both the district and state averages.

The data also reveals differences in the schools' socioeconomic factors, with the elementary schools having higher free/reduced lunch rates compared to the high school. This suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, which may be further influenced by the variations in spending per student across the schools. The Somerset Area School District may benefit from investigating these factors to address any underlying disparities and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.