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Hempfield Area Senior High School

Hempfield Area SD · Westmoreland County · 4345 State Route 136, Greensburg, PA 15601.0

(724)834-9000

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9/10
#99
Rank 99 out of 625
Top 16%
English Language Arts9/10 · #86 · 86th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #104 · 84th percentile
Science7/10 · #241 · 61st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Hempfield Area Senior High School sits in Greensburg, the county seat of Westmoreland County — a region that blends small-city convenience with a genuinely tight-knit western Pennsylvania feel. The school consistently performs well in English and Math, making it a solid choice for families who want strong academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some bigger suburban districts. Families who appreciate Friday night football, a real sense of community pride, and access to Pittsburgh just 30 miles down the road tend to feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

392 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
366 (93%)
Multiple Races
14 (4%)
Other
12 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged121 (31%)
Students with Disabilities39 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,228
Enrollment
84.4
Teachers (FTE)
14.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

94.8%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.

18
AP Courses
offered
20.5%
AP Participation
of students
341
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 · #455 · 32nd percentile

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