Serving 1,157 students in grades 9-12, Greater Latrobe Sr. High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School's student population of 1,157 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greater Latrobe Sr. High School is 0.13, 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
#98 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Latrobe Sr. High School's ranking?
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School is ranked #98 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greater Latrobe Sr. High School often compared to?
Greater Latrobe Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hempfield Area Sr. High School, Franklin Regional Sr. High School, Penn Trafford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greater Latrobe Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Greater Latrobe Sr. High School is 96%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Greater Latrobe Sr. High School?
1,157 students attend Greater Latrobe Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Greater Latrobe Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greater Latrobe Sr. High School?
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Latrobe Sr. High School offer ?
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greater Latrobe Sr. High School part of?
Greater Latrobe Sr. High School is part of Greater Latrobe School District.
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