Quaker Valley High School is a high school located in Leetsdale, Pennsylvania. The school is one of the four National Blue Ribbon Schools that comprise the Quaker Valley School District.
Serving 584 students in grades 9-12, Quaker Valley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Quaker Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Quaker Valley High School's student population of 584 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Quaker Valley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quaker Valley High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quaker Valley High School's ranking?
Quaker Valley High School is ranked #162 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Quaker Valley High School often compared to?
Quaker Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avonworth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Quaker Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Quaker Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Quaker Valley High School?
584 students attend Quaker Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Quaker Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quaker Valley High School?
Quaker Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Quaker Valley High School offer ?
Quaker Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Quaker Valley High School part of?
Quaker Valley High School is part of Quaker Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 12/26/2017
Absolutely love this high school and how they work with our son . We are very excited for his future and opportunities offered at Quaker Valley. High School.
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