Tussey Mountain Junior/Senior High School is a comprehensive high school, located in extreme northeastern Bedford County, Pennsylvania serving around 525 students in grades 7–12.
Serving 293 students in grades 9-12, Tussey Mountain 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tussey Mountain High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 172.8 square miles in Saxton, PA. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tussey Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tussey Mountain High School's student population of 293 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
'Home of the Titans'
School Rankings
Tussey Mountain 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 Tussey Mountain High School is 0.06, 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
#1703 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
White
97%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tussey Mountain High School's ranking?
Tussey Mountain High School is ranked #1703 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tussey Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Tussey Mountain High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Tussey Mountain High School?
293 students attend Tussey Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Tussey Mountain High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tussey Mountain High School?
Tussey Mountain High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tussey Mountain High School offer ?
Tussey Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tussey Mountain High School part of?
Tussey Mountain High School is part of Tussey Mountain School District.
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