Connellsville Area High School is a rural, public high school, located in Connellsville, Pennsylvania, United States of America. It is operated by the Connellsville Area School District. In the 2016–2017 school year, enrollment was reported as 1,138 pupils in 9th through 12th grades.
Serving 721 students in grades 9-12, Connellsville Area Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connellsville Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Connellsville Area Sr. High School's student population of 721 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Soar with the Falcons
School Rankings
Connellsville Area Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Connellsville Area Sr. High School is 0.13, 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
#1717 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Connellsville Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School is ranked #1717 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Connellsville Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Connellsville Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Highlands Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 Connellsville Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Connellsville Area Sr. High School is 78%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Connellsville Area Sr. High School?
721 students attend Connellsville Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Connellsville Area Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Connellsville Area Sr. High School?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Connellsville Area Sr. High School offer ?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Connellsville Area Sr. High School part of?
Connellsville Area Sr. High School is part of Connellsville Area School District.
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