Loyalsock Township High School is a medium-sized, suburban high school located in Loyalsock Township, Pennsylvania. As of the 2016–2017 school year, the school reported an enrollment of 597 pupils in grades 9th through 12th.
Serving 436 students in grades 9-12, Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Loyalsock Twp SHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Williamsport, PA, covering approximately 21.5 square miles. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School's student population of 436 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 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 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#379 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Lancer
Source: 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 #379 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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, Williamsport Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School?
436 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, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School part of?
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School is part of Loyalsock Township School District.
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