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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

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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