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Mars Area Senior High School

Mars Area SD · Butler County · 520 Route 228, Mars, PA 16046.0

(724)625-1581

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9/10
#77
Rank 77 out of 625
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #79 · 88th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #123 · 80th percentile
Science10/10 · #59 · 91st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mars Area Senior High School sits in the heart of Butler County, where suburban convenience meets a genuinely small-town feel — the kind of place where Friday night football still matters and neighbors actually know each other. The school consistently performs near the top of the state, particularly in science, making it a strong fit for families who want rigorous academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of bigger suburban districts. If you're drawn to a tight-knit community north of Pittsburgh with solid schools and a manageable pace of life, Mars is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

262 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
245 (94%)
Asian
7 (3%)
Hispanic
5 (2%)
African American
4 (2%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged12 (5%)
Students with Disabilities33 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,044
Enrollment
80.4
Teachers (FTE)
13:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

98.9%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.

14
AP Courses
offered
26.5%
AP Participation
of students
279
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 Programs6/10 · #325 · 51st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found