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Peters Township High School

Peters Township SD · Washington County · 121 Rolling Hills Dr., McMurray, PA 15317.0

(724)941-6250

10/10
#9
Rank 9 out of 625
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #20 · 97th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #5 · 99th percentile
Science10/10 · #7 · 99th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Peters Township High School sits in the rolling suburbs south of Pittsburgh, where Washington County starts to feel more like wide-open Pennsylvania than city fringe — and the school more than lives up to the area's reputation as one of the region's most sought-after places to plant roots. With math and science scores ranking among the very best in the state, this is a natural fit for families who prioritize rigorous academics and want their kids genuinely challenged before college. The community tends to attract professionals who've made the move out of the city for more space without sacrificing quality, and Peters Township delivers on that promise at every grade level.

Student Demographics

300 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
269 (90%)
Asian
14 (5%)
Multiple Races
10 (3%)
Hispanic
5 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged37 (12%)
Students with Disabilities31 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,267
Enrollment
81.8
Teachers (FTE)
15.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

98.8%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.

20
AP Courses
offered
51.4%
AP Participation
of students
630
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 Programs7/10 · #208 · 69th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found