Serving 459 students in grades 9-12, Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School's student population of 459 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loyalsock Twp Sr. 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 Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School is 0.37, 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
#754 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School's ranking?
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School is ranked #754 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School often compared to?
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montoursville Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School?
459 students attend Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School?
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School offer ?
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School part of?
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School is part of Loyalsock Township SD School District.
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