Serving 125 students in grades 9-12, Weatherly Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weatherly Area SHS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Weatherly, PA, covering approximately 107.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weatherly Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Weatherly Area High School's student population of 125 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weatherly 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 Weatherly Area High School is 0.27, 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
#1427 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Weatherly Area High School's ranking?
Weatherly Area High School is ranked #1427 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Weatherly Area High School often compared to?
Weatherly Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jim Thorpe Area High School, Panther Valley Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weatherly Area High School?
The graduation rate of Weatherly Area High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Weatherly Area High School?
125 students attend Weatherly Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Weatherly Area High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weatherly Area High School?
Weatherly Area High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weatherly Area High School offer ?
Weatherly Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weatherly Area High School part of?
Weatherly Area High School is part of Weatherly Area School District.
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