Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School ranks in the bottom 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claysburg-Kimmel High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Claysburg school district, covering approximately 56.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching a maximum of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School's student population of 266 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claysburg-kimmel Sr 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
#1702 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)9.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School's ranking?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is ranked #1702 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School often compared to?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School?
266 students attend Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School offer ?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School part of?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is part of Claysburg-Kimmel School District.
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