Penn Hills SHS

1,107 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Penn Hills Senior High School, located at 309 Collins Drive in Pittsburgh, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Penn Hills School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic curriculum for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional coursework, honors programs, and career-readiness initiatives. The campus is designed to support a diverse student body, offering various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that aim to foster school spirit and student engagement outside of the classroom.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Penn Hills Senior High School is integrated into the broader Penn Hills community and emphasizes the importance of student development and community involvement. The district invests in modern facilities and technology to support evolving learning standards. By balancing academic rigor with social and athletic development, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that equips its graduates with the necessary skills to navigate higher education or the workforce upon completion of their high school careers.
1,107
Total Students
62.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Penn Hills SHS
Demographic Student Count
White245
Hispanic37
Black771
Asian6
Two or More45
American Indian3
  • Black
    771 (69.6 %)
  • White
    245 (22.1 %)
  • Two or More
    45 (4.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (3.3 %)
  • Asian
    6 (0.5 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
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: Penn Hills SD
Phone: (412)793-7000
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,107
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 62.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 301
Grade 10 261
Grade 11 296
Grade 12 249

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Penn Hills SHS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9301
Grade 10261
Grade 11296
Grade 12249
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Penn Hills SHS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52947.8%
Male57852.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)