Serving 570 students in grades 9-12, Montoursville Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% 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 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 8% 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: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montoursville Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Montoursville Area School District, covering approximately 188.4 square miles in Montoursville, PA. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montoursville Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Montoursville Area Sr. High School's student population of 570 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montoursville Area Sr. 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 Montoursville Area Sr. 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
#757 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
White
92%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pride • Excellence • Tradition
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montoursville Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School is ranked #757 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Montoursville Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Montoursville Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, Williamsport Area Sr. High School, Jersey Shore 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montoursville Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Montoursville Area Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Montoursville Area Sr. High School?
570 students attend Montoursville Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Montoursville Area Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montoursville Area Sr. High School?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montoursville Area Sr. High School offer ?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montoursville Area Sr. High School part of?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School is part of Montoursville Area School District.
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