The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 10-14% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 72%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (09-10)
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)10-14%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)15-19%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)2%
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)19%
9%
Black
(09-10)74%
15%
White
(09-10)5%
72%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
71%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% PA state average).
How many students attend Career Technology Academy?
354 students attend Career Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Career Technology Academy students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Career Technology Academy offer ?
Career Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Career Technology Academy part of?
Career Technology Academy is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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