Serving 499 students in grades 7-8, Greater Latrobe Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greater Latrobe Junior High School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Latrobe, PA, encompassing approximately 70 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greater Latrobe Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Greater Latrobe Junior High School's student population of 499 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greater Latrobe Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greater Latrobe Junior High School is 0.15, 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
#734 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Greater Latrobe Junior High School's ranking?
Greater Latrobe Junior High School is ranked #734 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greater Latrobe Junior High School often compared to?
Greater Latrobe Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greensburg-salem Middle School, Derry Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greater Latrobe Junior High School?
499 students attend Greater Latrobe Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Greater Latrobe Junior 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 Greater Latrobe Junior High School?
Greater Latrobe Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Latrobe Junior High School offer ?
Greater Latrobe Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greater Latrobe Junior High School part of?
Greater Latrobe Junior High School is part of Greater Latrobe School District.
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