Peters Twp HS
1,226 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Peters Township High School, located in McMurray, Pennsylvania, is a prominent public secondary school serving the students of the Peters Township School District. The school is highly regarded for its academic rigor, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors classes, and elective opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong reputation for excellence in its extracurricular programs, fostering a competitive and supportive environment in athletics, the performing arts, and various student-led clubs and organizations.
The school is also known for its modern facilities and a commitment to integrating technology into the learning experience. Serving as a central pillar of the McMurray community, Peters Township High School emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances scholastic achievement with character development and community involvement. With its strong focus on student outcomes and a dedicated faculty, the institution remains one of the top-performing schools in the region, consistently earning recognition for its high standardized test scores and college matriculation rates.
The school is also known for its modern facilities and a commitment to integrating technology into the learning experience. Serving as a central pillar of the McMurray community, Peters Township High School emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances scholastic achievement with character development and community involvement. With its strong focus on student outcomes and a dedicated faculty, the institution remains one of the top-performing schools in the region, consistently earning recognition for its high standardized test scores and college matriculation rates.
1,226
Total Students
87.3
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,119 |
| Hispanic | 28 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 40 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White1,119 (91.3 %)
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Asian40 (3.3 %)
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Hispanic28 (2.3 %)
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Two or More28 (2.3 %)
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Black6 (0.5 %)
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American Indian4 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Peters Township SD |
| Phone: | (724)941-6250 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,226 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 87.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
307
Grade 10
329
Grade 11
298
Grade 12
292
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 307 |
| Grade 10 | 329 |
| Grade 11 | 298 |
| Grade 12 | 292 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 600 | 48.9% |
| Male | 626 | 51.1% |
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