At a glance
Reported students
252
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
24.1
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Pennsylvania high enrollment
19th percentile
Compared with 712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
270.5
Cornell HS: 252 reported students.
State peer staffing position
20th percentile
10.5:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 262
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9:1
What the reported data says about Cornell HS
Cornell HS is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Coraopolis. It is one of 2 current school records connected to Cornell SD. NCES reports 252 students for 2024–25.
Among 712 high schools in Pennsylvania with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 571 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 19th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.5:1, below the Pennsylvania median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (44.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (20.6%). English learners represent 6.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 24.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Cornell HS
- 1How do the reported 10.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 24.1 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 24.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White44.4%
- Hispanic20.6%
- Black19%
- Asian1.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial13.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Cornell SD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
View all 2 district schools →Public schools near Cornell HS
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moon Area SHS High · Moon Area SD | 09–12 | 1,211 | 3 mi |
| Montour HS High · Montour SD | 09–12 | 1,004 | 3.7 mi |
| Quaker Valley HS High · Quaker Valley SD | 09–12 | 550 | 4.2 mi |
| Parkway West Career and Technology Center High · Parkway West Career and Technology Center | 09–12 | 14 | 4.6 mi |
| Avonworth HS High · Avonworth SD | 09–12 | 579 | 4.7 mi |
| Sto-Rox JSHS High · Sto-Rox SD | 07–12 | 422 | 5.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Cornell HS
What grades does Cornell HS serve?
Cornell HS reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Cornell SD.
How many students attend Cornell HS?
Cornell HS reported 252 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 19th percentile among 712 Pennsylvania high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 262 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Cornell HS?
The calculated ratio is 10.5:1, based on 252 students and 24.1 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Pennsylvania median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Cornell HS a public, charter, or magnet school?
Cornell HS is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Cornell SD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Cornell HS in?
Cornell HS is part of Cornell SD, based in Coraopolis, PA, which operates 2 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Cornell HS?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Moon Area SHS (3 mi), Montour HS (3.7 mi), Quaker Valley HS (4.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.