Serving 590 students in grades 9-12, Montoursville Area Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher 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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority 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: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montoursville Area Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Montoursville Area Sr. High School's student population of 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montoursville Area Sr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montoursville Area 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
#621 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Montoursville Area Sr. High School's ranking?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School is ranked #621 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Montoursville Area Sr. High School often compared to?
Montoursville Area Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, Williamsport Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Montoursville Area Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Montoursville Area Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Montoursville Area Sr. High School?
590 students attend Montoursville Area Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Montoursville Area Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montoursville Area Sr. High School?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montoursville Area Sr. High School offer ?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Montoursville Area Sr. High School part of?
Montoursville Area Sr. High School is part of Montoursville Area School District.
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