Bloomsburg Area High School is a small, rural and suburban public high school located at 1200 Railroad Street, Bloomsburg. In 2014, Bloomsburg Area High School reported an enrollment of 422 pupils in grades 9th through 12th. It is the sole high school operated by Bloomsburg Area School District.
Serving 362 students in grades 9-12, Bloomsburg Area High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bloomsburg Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 84.6 square miles around Bloomsburg, PA. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.7 miles and the furthest edge located 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bloomsburg Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bloomsburg Area High School's student population of 362 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare its students to become contributing, responsible citizens and life-long learners with the ability to adapt and to succeed in a competitive world.
School Rankings
Bloomsburg Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bloomsburg Area High School is 0.35, 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
#1149 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bloomsburg Area High School's ranking?
Bloomsburg Area High School is ranked #1149 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bloomsburg Area High School often compared to?
Bloomsburg Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Columbia Sr. High School, Southern Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bloomsburg Area High School?
The graduation rate of Bloomsburg Area High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Bloomsburg Area High School?
362 students attend Bloomsburg Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bloomsburg Area High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bloomsburg Area High School?
Bloomsburg Area High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bloomsburg Area High School offer ?
Bloomsburg Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bloomsburg Area High School part of?
Bloomsburg Area High School is part of Bloomsburg Area School District.
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