Serving 1,153 students in grades 9-12, Central Mountain High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Mountain High School's student population of 1,153 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Mountain High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Mountain High School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#626 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 is Central Mountain High School's ranking?
Central Mountain High School is ranked #626 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central Mountain High School often compared to?
Central Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Mountain MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Central Mountain High School is 91%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central Mountain High School?
1,153 students attend Central Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Mountain High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Mountain High School?
Central Mountain High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Mountain High School offer ?
Central Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Mountain High School part of?
Central Mountain High School is part of Keystone Central SD School District.
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