Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cougar Academy 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cougar Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cougar Academy's student population of 322 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cougar Academy 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 Cougar Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2703 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
53%
15%
Black
42%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cougar Academy's ranking?
Cougar Academy is ranked #2703 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cougar Academy often compared to?
Cougar Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cougar Academy?
The graduation rate of Cougar Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cougar Academy?
322 students attend Cougar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cougar Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cougar Academy?
Cougar Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cougar Academy offer ?
Cougar Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cougar Academy part of?
Cougar Academy is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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