Serving 392 students in grades 7-12, Claysburg-kimmel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Claysburg-kimmel High School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claysburg-kimmel High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1501 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claysburg-kimmel High School's ranking?
Claysburg-kimmel High School is ranked #1501 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Claysburg-kimmel High School often compared to?
Claysburg-kimmel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claysburg-kimmel High School?
The graduation rate of Claysburg-kimmel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Claysburg-kimmel High School?
392 students attend Claysburg-kimmel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Claysburg-kimmel High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claysburg-kimmel High School?
Claysburg-kimmel High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claysburg-kimmel High School offer ?
Claysburg-kimmel High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Claysburg-kimmel High School part of?
Claysburg-kimmel High School is part of Claysburg-Kimmel SD School District.
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