Serving 261 students in grades 9-12, Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 3% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School's student population of 261 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is 0.06, 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
#1346 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School's ranking?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is ranked #1346 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School often compared to?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School?
261 students attend Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School offer ?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School part of?
Claysburg-kimmel Sr High School is part of Claysburg-Kimmel School District.
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