Serving 503 students in grades 9-12, Tyrone Area 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tyrone Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tyrone, PA, covering approximately 167.1 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 8.2 miles and the furthest edge located 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tyrone Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tyrone Area High School's student population of 503 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Tyrone Area 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 Tyrone Area High School is 0.08, 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 2012–2023. 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 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)22.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyrone Area High School's ranking?
Tyrone Area 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 Tyrone Area High School often compared to?
Tyrone Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altoona Area 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 Tyrone Area High School?
The graduation rate of Tyrone Area High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Tyrone Area High School?
503 students attend Tyrone Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tyrone Area High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyrone Area High School?
Tyrone Area High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tyrone Area High School offer ?
Tyrone Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tyrone Area High School part of?
Tyrone Area High School is part of Tyrone Area School District.
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