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Mercer Area Senior High School

Mercer Area SD · Mercer County · 545 W Butler St, Mercer, PA 16137.0

(724)662-5104

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9/10
#78
Rank 78 out of 625
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #66 · 90th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #117 · 81st percentile
Science9/10 · #86 · 86th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mercer Area Senior High School sits in the quiet borough of Mercer, the county seat of Mercer County in western Pennsylvania — a region known for its small-town character and tight-knit communities. The school punches well above its size, landing in the top 15% statewide with particularly strong English scores, making it a great fit for families who want a rigorous academic environment without the pressure of a large suburban district. Life here moves at a slower, more grounded pace, and for families drawn to that kind of setting, Mercer Area offers a genuine sense of belonging alongside solid college prep.

Student Demographics

68 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
67 (99%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged24 (35%)
Students with Disabilities7 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

282
Enrollment
21.8
Teachers (FTE)
12.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

97.3%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.

5
AP Courses
offered
11.1%
AP Participation
of students
37
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 Programs2/10 · #541 · 19th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found