Grove City Area HS

649 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Grove City Area High School, located at 511 Highland Ave in Grove City, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Grove City Area School District. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive community environment. It balances traditional college-preparatory coursework with various elective opportunities, aiming to equip students with the necessary skills for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the high school places a strong emphasis on student development through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs. These programs are designed to promote leadership, teamwork, and school spirit, helping to create a well-rounded student experience. As a vital part of the local community, Grove City Area High School strives to maintain high educational standards while encouraging students to become engaged and responsible citizens.

649

Total Students

45.2

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Grove City Area HS
Demographic	Student Count
White	570
Hispanic	20
Black	29
Asian	7
Two or More	23

White
570 (87.8%)
Black
29 (4.5%)
Two or More
23 (3.5%)
Hispanic
20 (3.1%)
Asian
7 (1.1%)

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:	Grove City Area SD
Phone:	(724)458-5456
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	649
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	45.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 146

Grade 10 182

Grade 11 177

Grade 12 144