Public School
Belle Vernon Area High School
- B-Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- Belle Vernon, PA
- 91 reviews
- AcademicsB
- DiversityC+
- TeachersB
- College PrepB-
- Clubs & ActivitiesC
- Health & SafetyC
- AdministrationC-
- SportsB
- FoodC
- Resources & FacilitiesC-
Belle Vernon Area High School Rankings
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Academics
AP Enrollment
21%
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- Cost of LivingB+
- Good for FamiliesB
- HousingA-
Median Household Income
$75,302
National
$55,322Median Rent
$809
National
$949Median Home Value
$174,100
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
C
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 50%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.10 responses
Poll
- 40%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.10 responses
Students
Diversity
C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
777
Free or Reduced Lunch
33%
- 80%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses
- 30%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses
Teachers
- 53%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.15 responses
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.15 responses
- 67%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.15 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$17,955/ year
National
$12,239- 65%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.17 responses
- 29%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.17 responses
- 59%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.17 responses
Belle Vernon Area High School Reviews
91 reviews
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All four years of attending Belle Vernon Area High School, there is always something to remember each year. From football games, enjoyable band half time shows that got voted the best band in the Valley, school dances, and making forever friends. Everyone at BVA knows one another and is very friendly! Students and Faculty really welcome one another to make sure you don't feel like an outcast. Belle Vernon Area High School is the school for you if you are outgoing, friendly, have "leopard pride," and lastly if you have a passion for learning! Hail Mighty Leopards.
BVA has many extracurricular activities and course selections for students. Over the course of 4 years I was able to take a heavy course load and gain 12 college credits by the end of my senior year. Many of our teachers are very caring and have been willing to go above and beyond to create relationships and build the academic programs.
Our school district does not have a track; all track activities must take place at another high school, making it challenging for those students.
We have an exceptional musical theater department. Our high school musicals are always a sell-out of high quality! We have a great deal of board support for the arts and fantastic music teachers.
Our school district does not have a track; all track activities must take place at another high school, making it challenging for those students.
We have an exceptional musical theater department. Our high school musicals are always a sell-out of high quality! We have a great deal of board support for the arts and fantastic music teachers.
As a soon to be graduating senior of Belle Vernon Area High School, I have to come to formulate my own opinions about the district. Compared to my former school of California Area, it is definitely an improvement. However, there are some issued I still had with Belle Vernon. For example, I believe that Belle Vernon focuses too much on the sports department at the expense of other departments. Several years ago, the administration spent one million dollars on a new gold football field, which in my opinion was not needed as our current football field was in perfect condition. Despite my disagreements however, Belle Vernon is still an adequate school with good opportunities, especially compared to other schools in the area.