Serving 803 students in grades 10-12, Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
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 schools are Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altoona Area High School, Bellwood-antis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School?
803 students attend Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 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 Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School?
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School offer ?
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School part of?
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School is part of Hollidaysburg Area SD School District.
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