Indiana Area Sr. High School

450 N 5th St
Indiana, PA 15701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 913 students in grades 9-12, Indiana Area Sr. 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 65-69% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 913 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 93% (Top 50% in PA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Indiana Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Indiana Area Sr. High School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Colors
Red and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Where everyone is inspired and challenged to excel.

School Rankings

Indiana Area Sr. 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 Indiana Area Sr. High School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#812 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
38%
65-69%
55%
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
88%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indiana Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Indiana Area Sr. High School is ranked #812 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Indiana Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Indiana Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homer-center Jr. Sr. High School, Marion Center Area Jr/sr 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indiana Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Indiana Area Sr. High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Indiana Area Sr. High School?
913 students attend Indiana Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Indiana Area Sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indiana Area Sr. High School?
Indiana 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 Indiana Area Sr. High School offer ?
Indiana Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indiana Area Sr. High School part of?
Indiana Area Sr. High School is part of Indiana Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 913 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 93% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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