Richland High School is a small, rural public high school located at One Academic Avenue, Johnstown, Pennsylvania. In the 2016–2017, Richland High School enrollment was reported as 762 pupils in 7th through 12th grades. Richland High School is the sole high school operated by Richland School District.
Serving 693 students in grades 7-12, Richland 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 52% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richland High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Johnstown, PA, encompassing approximately 21.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Richland High School's student population of 693 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every student to pursue excellence every day.
School Rankings
Richland 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 Richland High School is 0.24, 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
#516 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland High School's ranking?
Richland High School is ranked #516 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Richland High School often compared to?
Richland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greater Johnstown Sr. High School, Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland High School?
The graduation rate of Richland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Richland High School?
693 students attend Richland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Richland High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richland High School?
Richland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richland High School offer ?
Richland High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richland High School part of?
Richland High School is part of Richland School District.
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