Berlin Brothersvalley High School is a small public high school, located in the central Somerset County town of Berlin. The High School is connected to the Middle School and Elementary School.
Serving 236 students in grades 9-12, Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School is 0.10, 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
#233 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School's ranking?
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School is ranked #233 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School often compared to?
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meyersdale Area High School, Conemaugh Twp Area Ms/shs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School?
236 students attend Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School?
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School offer ?
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School part of?
Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School is part of Berlin Brothersvalley School District.
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