Serving 1,011 students in grades 8-12, Greater Johnstown Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School's student population of 1,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greater Johnstown Sr. 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 Greater Johnstown Sr. High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2212 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
35%
14%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Johnstown Sr. High School's ranking?
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School is ranked #2212 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greater Johnstown Sr. High School often compared to?
Greater Johnstown Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greater Johnstown Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Greater Johnstown Sr. High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Greater Johnstown Sr. High School?
1,011 students attend Greater Johnstown Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Greater Johnstown Sr. High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greater Johnstown Sr. High School?
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Johnstown Sr. High School offer ?
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Greater Johnstown Sr. High School part of?
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School is part of Greater Johnstown SD School District.
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