Altoona Area High School is the public high school for the Altoona Area School District in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The high school serves the communities of Altoona, Logan Township, and a small portion of Tyrone Township.
Serving 2,246 students in grades 6-12, Altoona Area High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2,246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altoona Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Altoona Area High School's student population of 2,246 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1895
School Rankings
Altoona 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 Altoona Area High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#597 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountain Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altoona Area High School's ranking?
Altoona Area High School is ranked #597 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Altoona Area High School often compared to?
Altoona Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Altoona Area High School?
The graduation rate of Altoona Area High School is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Altoona Area High School?
2,246 students attend Altoona Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Altoona Area High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altoona Area High School?
Altoona Area High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altoona Area High School offer ?
Altoona Area High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altoona Area High School part of?
Altoona Area High School is part of Altoona Area School District.
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