Brownsville Area High School is a small, rural public high school serving students in southwestern Pennsylvania, near the Monongahela River. It serves students living in the Borough of Brownsville and Brownsville Township, Luzerne Township and Redstone Township in Fayette County.
Serving 457 students in grades 9-12, Brownsville Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownsville Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brownsville Area High School's student population of 457 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Brownsville Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownsville Area High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1666 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
79%
60%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownsville Area High School's ranking?
Brownsville Area High School is ranked #1666 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brownsville Area High School often compared to?
Brownsville Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albert Gallatin Area Sr. High School, Belle Vernon Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brownsville Area High School?
The graduation rate of Brownsville Area High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brownsville Area High School?
457 students attend Brownsville Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Brownsville Area High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownsville Area High School?
Brownsville Area High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brownsville Area High School offer ?
Brownsville Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownsville Area High School part of?
Brownsville Area High School is part of Brownsville Area School District.
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