Serving 740 students in grades 7-12, Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #987 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School, Greater Johnstown Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School?
740 students attend Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School?
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School is part of Westmont Hilltop SD School District.
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