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McGuffey High School

McGuffey SD · Washington County · 86 McGuffey Drive, Claysville, PA 15323.0

(724)948-3328

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4/10
#416
Rank 416 out of 625
Top 66%
English Language Arts5/10 · #342 · 46th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #382 · 39th percentile
Science2/10 · #512 · 17th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

McGuffey High School serves a tight-knit rural community in Claysville, tucked into the rolling hills of Washington County in southwestern Pennsylvania. The school draws from a mix of small-town and farm families who value a close community feel — students here aren't just faces in a crowd, and that sense of belonging matters. Academics are a work in progress, with English and math scores sitting near the state middle ground, but families who prioritize small class sizes and strong community roots over big-district resources tend to find a comfortable fit here.

Student Demographics

113 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
111 (98%)
Hispanic
2 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged41 (36%)
Students with Disabilities18 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

494
Enrollment
38.1
Teachers (FTE)
13:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

93.5%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.

11
AP Courses
offered
15.1%
AP Participation
of students
74
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 Programs1/10 · #622 · 6th percentile

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