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Berwick Area High School

Berwick Area SD · Columbia County · 1100 Fowler Ave, Berwick, PA 18603.0

(570)759-6400

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6/10
#278
Rank 278 out of 625
Top 44%
English Language Arts6/10 · #290 · 54th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #248 · 60th percentile
Science6/10 · #302 · 51st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Berwick Area High School sits in a small industrial town along the Susquehanna River in Columbia County, where community pride runs deep and Friday night football means something. The school performs solidly across the board, with math being a particular strength, making it a decent fit for families looking for a well-rounded public school experience in a tight-knit, working-class community. Life in Berwick has a classic small-town Pennsylvania feel — affordable, unpretentious, and close to outdoor recreation along the river — appealing to families who value community roots over suburban polish.

Student Demographics

148 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
109 (74%)
Hispanic
34 (23%)
African American
3 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners11 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged87 (59%)
Students with Disabilities19 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

692
Enrollment
52.2
Teachers (FTE)
13.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

89.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

16
AP Courses
offered
11.6%
AP Participation
of students
91
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #442 · 34th percentile

11 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found