The Somerset Area School District is a public school district in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. The district Boundaries are within Somerset Boro and the Townships of Jefferson, Lincoln and Somerset. The district encompasses 156 square miles (400 km2) and occupies five buildings. The district has recently done major renovations to the Junior and Senior High Schools, as well as, the athletic field and athletic complex. The district is served by the
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