Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Greater Altoona Ctc ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 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 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greater Altoona Ctc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Greater Altoona Ctc's student population of 46 students has declined by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Greater Altoona Ctc is 0.08, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
57%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Greater Altoona Ctc?
46 students attend Greater Altoona Ctc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Greater Altoona Ctc students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greater Altoona Ctc?
Greater Altoona Ctc has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Altoona Ctc offer ?
Greater Altoona Ctc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greater Altoona Ctc part of?
Greater Altoona Ctc is part of Greater Altoona CTC School District.
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