Serving 749 students in grades 9-12, Belle Vernon Area High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Vernon Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Vernon Area High School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Belle Vernon Area 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 Belle Vernon Area High School is 0.24, 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
#459 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Vernon Area High School's ranking?
Belle Vernon Area High School is ranked #459 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Belle Vernon Area High School often compared to?
Belle Vernon Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert Gallatin Area Sr. High School, Frazier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Vernon Area High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Vernon Area High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belle Vernon Area High School?
749 students attend Belle Vernon Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Belle Vernon Area High School students are White, 4% 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 Belle Vernon Area High School?
Belle Vernon Area High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belle Vernon Area High School offer ?
Belle Vernon Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Vernon Area High School part of?
Belle Vernon Area High School is part of Belle Vernon Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Belle Vernon Area High School located?
Belle Vernon Area High School is located in the Sweeney Plan neighborhood of Belle Vernon, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sweeney Plan.
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