Bradford Area High School is a public high school providing grades 9-12. It is located in Bradford, Pennsylvania, in the north central region of the Commonwealth. The current principal is David Ray. In the 2016–2017 school year the enrollment was 776.
Serving 702 students in grades 9-12, Bradford Area High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bradford Area High School's attendance zone covers the entire Bradford, PA school district, encompassing approximately 253.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bradford Area High School's student population of 702 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Equal Opportunity
School Rankings
Bradford Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Area High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#701 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
3%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Equal Opportunity
School Mascot
Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Area High School's ranking?
Bradford Area High School is ranked #701 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bradford Area High School often compared to?
Bradford Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kane Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Area High School?
The graduation rate of Bradford Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Bradford Area High School?
702 students attend Bradford Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bradford Area High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Area High School?
Bradford Area High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradford Area High School offer ?
Bradford Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford Area High School part of?
Bradford Area High School is part of Bradford Area School District.
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