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Ridgway Area High School

Ridgway Area SD · Elk County · 1403 Hill St, Ridgway, PA 15853.0

(814)773-3164

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6/10
#279
Rank 279 out of 625
Top 44%
English Language Arts6/10 · #262 · 58th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #325 · 48th percentile
Science7/10 · #213 · 66th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Ridgway Area High School sits in the heart of Elk County, a corner of Pennsylvania known for its dense forests, elk herds, and tight-knit small-town culture — the kind of place where Friday night football genuinely brings the whole community together. The school holds its own academically, with science scores that stand out as a particular strength, making it a solid fit for families who value hands-on, real-world learning in a rural setting. If you're drawn to a slower pace of life, outdoor recreation right outside your door, and a school where your kid won't get lost in the crowd, Ridgway is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

48 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
43 (90%)
Multiple Races
2 (4%)
Pacific Islander
2 (4%)
Hispanic
1 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged20 (42%)
Students with Disabilities6 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

224
Enrollment
18.1
Teachers (FTE)
12.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

91.1%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.

4
AP Courses
offered
11.3%
AP Participation
of students
24
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 Programs4/10 · #437 · 34th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found