INDIANA AREA SHS
Indiana Area SHS is a public high school that is part of the Indiana Area SD school district, located in Indiana, PA with about 851 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, Indiana Area SHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Indiana Area Senior High School (IASHS), located at 450 N 5th St in Indiana, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Indiana Area School District. Situated in the county seat of Indiana County, the school occupies a central role in the local community, providing a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12. The school is known for its commitment to both traditional core curriculum and a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce.
The institution places a strong emphasis on fostering a well-rounded educational experience that balances academic rigor with student involvement. Beyond standard classroom instruction, IASHS offers a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations that contribute to a vibrant school culture. As the flagship high school for the district, it serves as a focal point for academic and community events, reflecting the values and educational priorities of the surrounding Indiana area.
For more information, contact Indiana Area SHS at (724) 463-8562 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Indiana, PA 15701-1271
(724) 463-8562
INDIANA AREA SHS is a public school in Indiana, PA with about 851 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Indiana Area SD
- Total Students:
- 851
- Teachers:
- 58.07
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 851 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending INDIANA AREA SHS is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.2%
- Asian
- 5.1%
- Black or African American
- 3.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.5%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.2%
- Male
- 52.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.