Meyersdale Area High School is a four-year high school, located just south of Meyersdale in southcentral Somerset County in Summit Township. The original complex was opened in the late 1950s and featured modern classrooms, a gymnasium, auditorium, cafeteria, library, commercial shops and adjoining athletic fields.
Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Meyersdale Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meyersdale Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meyersdale Area High School's student population of 264 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Meyersdale Area 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 Meyersdale Area High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#894 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyersdale Area High School's ranking?
Meyersdale Area High School is ranked #894 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Meyersdale Area High School often compared to?
Meyersdale Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berlin Brothersvalley Sr. High School, Salisbury-elk Lick Jr. Sr. High School, Windber Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meyersdale Area High School?
The graduation rate of Meyersdale Area High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Meyersdale Area High School?
264 students attend Meyersdale Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Meyersdale Area High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meyersdale Area High School?
Meyersdale Area High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meyersdale Area High School offer ?
Meyersdale Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meyersdale Area High School part of?
Meyersdale Area High School is part of Meyersdale Area School District.
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