Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Galeton Area 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galeton Area School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Galeton Area School's student population of 325 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galeton Area 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 Galeton Area School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1783 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galeton Area School's ranking?
Galeton Area School is ranked #1783 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Galeton Area School often compared to?
Galeton Area Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coudersport Area Jr. Sr. High School, Coudersport Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galeton Area School?
The graduation rate of Galeton Area School is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Galeton Area School?
325 students attend Galeton Area School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Galeton Area School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galeton Area School?
Galeton Area School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galeton Area School offer ?
Galeton Area School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Galeton Area School part of?
Galeton Area School is part of Galeton Area School District.
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