Serving 387 students in grades 7-12, Springdale Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springdale Jr. Sr. High School is 0.17, 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
#1602 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springdale Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1602 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springdale Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Springdale Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peters Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Springdale Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Springdale Jr. Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Springdale Jr. Sr. High School?
387 students attend Springdale Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Springdale Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springdale Jr. Sr. High School?
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springdale Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Springdale Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School is part of Allegheny Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Springdale Jr. Sr. High School located?
Springdale Jr. Sr. High School is located in the Orrville neighborhood of Springdale, PA.
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