PAHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Mercer Area SHS — School Profile & District Info

High|Mercer, Pennsylvania|Mercer Area SD

Mercer, PA 16137

School Profile

Grades
9–12
Enrollment
311
Student:Teacher
15.6:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
100.0%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
S
Math Proficiency
50-54%
Graduation Rate
90-94%
Chronic Absenteeism
27.3%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program
5 courses offered
Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Athletics
3 sports offered
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.3:1
Near average in PA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$15,882
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 14%State 49%Local 38%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$166,800
+5.7% YoY
Youngstown, OH metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

282
Current enrollment
Declining(-12% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Mercer Area SHS

Mercer Area SHS has a total enrollment of 311 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Mercer, PA.

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