What grades does Butler Area IHS serve?

Butler Area IHS operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Butler area.

Where is Butler Area IHS located?

Butler Area IHS is a town school in Butler, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Butler Area IHS?

The student-teacher ratio at Butler Area IHS is 11.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Butler, PA?

Schools in Butler include Butler Area IHS and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Butler area.

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Butler Area IHS — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|Butler, Pennsylvania|Butler Area SD

Butler, PA 16001

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Sat

Holiday Parade (SHS Band)HolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

SHS Keystone Algebra Exams & 12/7 & 12/8examDistrict-wide

Dec

Wed

SHS Keystone Biology Exams 12/9 & 12/10examDistrict-wide

Dec

Fri

SHS Keystone Literature Exams 12/11 & 12/14examDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

1,267

Student:Teacher

11.6:1

Locale

Town

District

Butler Area SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

46.1%

Phone

(724)287-8721

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

55%

46th percentile in PA

Math Proficiency

25%

32th percentile in PA

Chronic Absenteeism

26.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

70 students enrolled

Athletics

31 sports, 44 teams

240 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1

Better than average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,518

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

129.66

100% fully certified

Counselors

3.95

Psychologists

Nurses

1.4

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,524

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,869

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,331

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 42%Local 46%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$221,249

+1.4% 1yr+19.2% 5yr

Pittsburgh, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.0%

Below 150% poverty line

4.6%

Unemployment rate

3.4%

Uninsured residents

4.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,444

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,320

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

476 (36%)

Other Health Impairment

225 (17%)

Speech/Language Impairment

183 (14%)

Autism

142 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

137 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

125 (9%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,291

Current enrollment

Declining(-15% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Sat, Nov 28, 2026

Holiday Parade (SHS Band)

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Mon, Nov 30, 2026

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Butler Area SD. Butler Area IHS follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Sat, Nov 28, 2026	Holiday Parade (SHS Band)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	SHS Keystone Algebra Exams & 12/7 & 12/8District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	SHS Keystone Biology Exams 12/9 & 12/10District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	SHS Keystone Literature Exams 12/11 & 12/14District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Conno Winter Holiday PartyDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—