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Mckeesport Area Sr. High School

1960 Eden Park Blvd
Mckeesport, PA 15132
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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McKeesport Area High School is a public high school located in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, United States. The school, which is located at 1960 Eden Park Boulevard, serves students from Dravosburg, McKeesport, South Versailles, Versailles, and White Oak.
Serving 1,051 students in grades 9-12, Mckeesport Area 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,051 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : 77% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Mckeesport Area Sr. High School's student population of 1,051 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1884
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Mckeesport Area 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 Mckeesport Area Sr. High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2505 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
38%
30-34%
55%
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
49%
14%
White
36%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes
  • School Mascot: Mckeesport Area Tiger
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckeesport Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Mckeesport Area Sr. High School is ranked #2505 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckeesport Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Mckeesport Area Sr. High School is 77%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mckeesport Area Sr. High School?
1,051 students attend Mckeesport Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mckeesport Area Sr. High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckeesport Area Sr. High School?
Mckeesport Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckeesport Area Sr. High School offer ?
Mckeesport Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mckeesport Area Sr. High School part of?
Mckeesport Area Sr. High School is part of Mckeesport Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,051 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : 77% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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