STATE COLLEGE AREA HIGH SCHOOL

State College Area HS is a public high school that is part of the State College Area SD school district, located in State College, PA with about 2,318 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 197 teachers, State College Area HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

State College Area High School (SCAHS), located at 653 Westerly Pkwy in State College, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary public secondary school for the State College Area School District. As a large, comprehensive high school, it is widely recognized for its robust academic curriculum, which includes a vast array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized career and technical education (CTE) programs, and extensive elective offerings. The school operates within a modern, state-of-the-art campus that was significantly renovated in recent years to provide students with collaborative learning spaces, advanced laboratory facilities, and improved athletic infrastructure.

Beyond its academic rigor, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of the surrounding "Happy Valley" community, benefiting from its proximity to Pennsylvania State University. This partnership often provides students with unique opportunities for dual enrollment, research collaborations, and exposure to collegiate-level resources. SCAHS is also well-regarded for its competitive extracurricular landscape, boasting a diverse selection of championship-level athletics, award-winning performing arts programs, and a wide variety of student-led clubs that cater to the diverse interests of its student body.

For more information, contact State College Area HS at (814) 231-1111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.