Kiski Area High School

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Kiski Area High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
240 HYDE PARK Rd,  Vandergrift, PA
Allegheny Neighborhood
Kiski Area School District
3.6
3.1
1,075 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
65%
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Reading Proficiency
65%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
29
Reading
31
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
97.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
5
Equity
10
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
285:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
White
90.9%
Black
6.5%
Hispanic
1.2%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Pittsburgh 189 Students
Penn State 181 Students
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 160 Students
Slippery Rock University 113 Students
Robert Morris University - Pennsylvania 102 Students
Duquesne University 96 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 79 Students
Seton Hill University 54 Students
West Virginia University 48 Students
PennWest Clarion 47 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 73 Students
Business 58 Students
Biology 46 Students
Psychology 42 Students
Computer Science 39 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 30 Students
Engineering 24 Students
Criminology 24 Students
Accounting 24 Students
Mechanical Engineering 22 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 168 Reviews
5.0 Senior
4/27/2024
The food is not that great. But I have been doing soccer 7th grade and all parents are so nice and help out when and where ever needed. The teachers are very knowledgeable and always there if you need any help. I am very happy with all my time at Kiski Area High School.
5.0 Senior
1/31/2024
I love that my teachers are always very supportive. I don't like as much that for certain aspects of college, students are not prepared for.
3.0 Junior
2/17/2023
Kiski Area High School is average because the teachers are good, the food that they serve here is pretty poor. The behavior of some of the kids is really bad that they get everyone punished, but the students who actually try, and are respectful are what make Kiski a good school.
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3.1 13 Reviews
4.0 other
7/7/2026
I graduated from Kiski in 2008. Although it is a great school and I was more than adequately prepared for my college studies, nepotism is real. Many staff members are related and/or know someone to get a job. This was the downfall...I had a some awful teachers, and most of them were parents of teach...
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5.0 other
4/29/2024
I attended from 1st-9th grade and it was absolutely phenomenal. Best school I have been to by far, the student body is responsible and respectful along with all the staff. The food is wonderful because they give a large variety to choose from everyday, every week, and every month.
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1.0 parent
11/18/2023
As an alumni I was not properly prepared for college and when speaking to my college peers, realized how behind our education at Kiski was. (At Kiski I was a top student for reference.) Fast forward to today, Kiski has eliminated the gifted program as well as programs for those who need extra learni...
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1.0 student
7/20/2015
Everything about it is awful. I'm highly involved in sports and clubs and they all suck except for track. All my honors and AP classes are terrible. The staff is a disgrace. There is nothing good about Kiski. I wish I had went to a different high school.
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Kiski Area High School

Kiski Area High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Vandergrift, PA and is served by the Kiski Area School District in Pennsylvania. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,075 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 65% are proficient in reading. Kiski Area High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 29. Discover additional schools in the area, like Leechburg Middle/Senior High School, Leechburg Area Middle School, Kiski Area Intermediate School, and more. Learn more about what Vandergrift has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kiski Area High School.

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