Serving 709 students in grades 9-12, Central Valley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Valley High School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Valley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Valley High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Valley High School's ranking?
Central Valley High School is ranked #255 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Valley High School often compared to?
Central Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Area Sr. High School, Blackhawk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Central Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Valley High School?
709 students attend Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Central Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Valley High School?
Central Valley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Valley High School offer ?
Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Valley High School part of?
Central Valley High School is part of Central Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
Yes, i would i have 3 boys in the highschool and they really like it 1 is graduating next year and 2 in the 10th
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