Serving 640 students in grades 9-12, Slippery Rock Area High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slippery Rock Area 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Slippery Rock Area High School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Motto
Cultivating Knowledge and Encouraging Independence
School Rankings
Slippery Rock Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slippery Rock Area High School is 0.12, 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
#573 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slippery Rock Area High School's ranking?
Slippery Rock Area High School is ranked #573 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Slippery Rock Area High School often compared to?
Slippery Rock Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mars Area Sr. High School, Seneca Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Slippery Rock Area High School?
The graduation rate of Slippery Rock Area High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Slippery Rock Area High School?
640 students attend Slippery Rock Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Slippery Rock Area High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slippery Rock Area High School?
Slippery Rock Area High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Slippery Rock Area High School offer ?
Slippery Rock Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slippery Rock Area High School part of?
Slippery Rock Area High School is part of Slippery Rock Area School District.
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