Serving 1,075 students in grades 9-12, Kiski Area 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiski Area High School's student population of 1,075 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,075 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Kiski Area 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 Kiski Area High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1515 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavaliers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiski Area High School's ranking?
Kiski Area High School is ranked #1515 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Kiski Area High School often compared to?
Kiski Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kiski Area High School?
The graduation rate of Kiski Area High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kiski Area High School?
1,075 students attend Kiski Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kiski Area High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiski Area High School?
Kiski Area High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kiski Area High School offer ?
Kiski Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiski Area High School part of?
Kiski Area High School is part of Kiski Area School District.
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