Serving 675 students in grades 9-12, Shamokin Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shamokin Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 70.6 square miles in Coal Township, PA. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shamokin Area High School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Shamokin Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shamokin Area High School is 0.32, 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
#1470 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shamokin Area High School's ranking?
Shamokin Area High School is ranked #1470 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shamokin Area High School often compared to?
Shamokin Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Carmel Area High School, Shikellamy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shamokin Area High School?
The graduation rate of Shamokin Area High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Shamokin Area High School?
675 students attend Shamokin Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Shamokin Area High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shamokin Area High School?
Shamokin Area High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shamokin Area High School offer ?
Shamokin Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shamokin Area High School part of?
Shamokin Area High School is part of Shamokin Area School District.
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