Serving 509 students in grades 9-12, Central Cambria 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Cambria High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Ebensburg, PA, encompassing approximately 99.9 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the zone typically takes 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Cambria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Central Cambria High School's student population of 509 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes.
School Rankings
Central Cambria 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 Central Cambria High School is 0.08, 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
#1055 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Cambria High School's ranking?
Central Cambria High School is ranked #1055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Cambria High School often compared to?
Central Cambria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School, Portage Area Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Central Cambria High School?
The graduation rate of Central Cambria High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Central Cambria High School?
509 students attend Central Cambria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Central Cambria High School students are White, 1% 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 Central Cambria High School?
Central Cambria High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Cambria High School offer ?
Central Cambria High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Cambria High School part of?
Central Cambria High School is part of Central Cambria School District.
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