McGuffey High School is one of four schools that make up the McGuffey School District in rural Claysville, Pennsylvania, located approximately 30 miles southwest of Pittsburgh. The school's official colors are navy blue and gold and "Highlanders" has been adopted as the official school nickname.
Serving 494 students in grades 9-12, Mcguffey High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcguffey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mcguffey High School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Mcguffey High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcguffey High School is 0.10, 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
#1081 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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: Highlander
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcguffey High School's ranking?
Mcguffey High School is ranked #1081 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mcguffey High School often compared to?
Mcguffey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trinity Sr. High School, Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School, Peters Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcguffey High School?
The graduation rate of Mcguffey High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mcguffey High School?
494 students attend Mcguffey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mcguffey High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcguffey High School?
Mcguffey High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcguffey High School offer ?
Mcguffey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcguffey High School part of?
Mcguffey High School is part of Mcguffey School District.
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