FOX CHAPEL AREA HIGH SCHOOL

Fox Chapel Area HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Fox Chapel Area SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 1,347 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 106 teachers, Fox Chapel Area HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Fox Chapel Area High School, located in the suburban community of O'Hara Township just outside of Pittsburgh, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As the flagship institution of the Fox Chapel Area School District, the school is consistently recognized for its academic rigor, maintaining a reputation as one of the top-performing high schools in Pennsylvania. The campus features modern facilities and a diverse curriculum that emphasizes college preparation, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors programs, and opportunities for dual-enrollment college credits.

Beyond its academic achievements, Fox Chapel Area High School fosters a vibrant extracurricular environment designed to develop well-rounded students. The school supports a robust athletic program, competitive arts departments, and an extensive list of student-led clubs and organizations. By prioritizing a balance between high-level scholarship and student engagement, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, global citizenship, and leadership skills, effectively preparing its graduates for success in higher education and professional career paths.

For more information, contact Fox Chapel Area HS at (412) 967-2430 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.