Seneca High School is a high school which serves the townships of Greene, Greenfield, Venango, and Amity in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Also includes Wattsburg Area Middle School and Wattsburg Area Elementary Center
Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Seneca High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Seneca High School's student population of 383 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seneca 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 Seneca High School is 0.13, 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
#885 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca High School's ranking?
Seneca High School is ranked #885 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Seneca High School often compared to?
Seneca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Leboeuf Sr. High School, Iroquois Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seneca High School?
The graduation rate of Seneca High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Seneca High School?
383 students attend Seneca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Seneca High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca High School?
Seneca High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seneca High School offer ?
Seneca High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca High School part of?
Seneca High School is part of Wattsburg Area School District.
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