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Somerset Area Jr-Sr High School

Somerset Area SD · Somerset County · 645 South Columbia Ave, Somerset, PA 15501.0

(814)443-2381

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9/10
#76
Rank 76 out of 625
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #92 · 85th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #71 · 89th percentile
Science8/10 · #137 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Somerset Area Jr-Sr High School sits in the heart of Somerset County, a quiet corner of southwestern Pennsylvania where small-town life and a genuine sense of community still feel like the norm. The school consistently ranks among the stronger public secondary programs in the state, particularly in math, making it a solid choice for families who want rigorous academics without the pressure-cooker environment of a big suburban district. If you're drawn to a place where Friday night football matters, neighbors know each other's names, and your kids can thrive academically without getting lost in the crowd, Somerset is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

415 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
379 (91%)
Hispanic
17 (4%)
Multiple Races
14 (3%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged204 (49%)
Students with Disabilities80 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,054
Enrollment
86.4
Teachers (FTE)
12.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

93.7%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
2.1%
AP Participation
of students
23
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 · #432 · 35th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found