Avonworth High School is a high school serving the northern boroughs and townships of the metro region of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Neighborhoods served include Ben Avon, Ben Avon Heights and Emsworth, along with Ohio Township and Kilbuck Township.
Serving 583 students in grades 9-12, Avonworth High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avonworth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Avonworth High School's student population of 583 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Avonworth High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avonworth High School is 0.26, 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
#494 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Antelope
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avonworth High School's ranking?
Avonworth High School is ranked #494 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Avonworth High School?
The graduation rate of Avonworth High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Avonworth High School?
583 students attend Avonworth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Avonworth High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Avonworth High School?
Avonworth High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Avonworth High School offer ?
Avonworth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Avonworth High School part of?
Avonworth High School is part of Avonworth School District.
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