Serra Catholic High School

200 Hershey Dr Mckeesport, PA 15132
www.serrahs.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Serra Catholic High School is a Franciscan co-educational secondary school that is owned and operated by the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
  • The school serves 310 students in grades nine through twelve.
  • The mission of Serra Catholic is to educate young men and women in a Catholic, Franciscan tradition through a structured and challenging environment which encourages spiritual, moral, academic and social growth, preparing its students to be productive members of Church and society capable of making choices grounded in Gospel values.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 268 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Serra Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Grade 11 has the most students with 76, more than Grade 9 at 54 and Grade 12 at 68.
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
Amor a Dios, (Love of God)

Student Body

Total Students
268 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$11,300 for Catholic students
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Sports

Colors
Black, Red, Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Serra Eagle

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alumnus A, Class of 2000 - Notable for achievements in their field. -
    • Alumnus B, Class of 2010 - Recognized for community service. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Serra Catholic High School?
Serra Catholic High School famous alumni include: Alumnus A, Class of 2000 - Notable for achievements in their field. and Alumnus B, Class of 2010 - Recognized for community service..
What is Serra Catholic High School's ranking?
Serra Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Serra Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Serra Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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This is to inform you that Fr. Kieran Monahan, former Headmaster of Serra High School, died this morning (Sunday, Jan 12) at Marian Manor in Boston, Massachusetts. Details of Wake and Mass available at 212-675-4388 or e-mail: [email protected] He served the Serra Community well and now we pray that he rest in eternal peace.+ Fr. Simeon Distefano, O.F.M. Headmaster - 1970-76
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At Serra, all students fit in and find their niche, regardless of their skills and interests. All of the teachers at Serra are completely dedicated to the success of the students, and create a rigorous but very educational learning environment. Over the past few years, the school has continued to increase their number of college-level courses, and many students are now graduating from high school with a full year of college credit, entering into college as a sophomore. Serra is continuing to renovate their facilities, upgrading part of the building nearly every year. They are also continuing to grow their athletic programs and extracurricular activities as demands rise. I would strongly suggest Serra to any and all families looking for a great, private school education in the Mon Valley.
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