Serving 1,218 students in grades 9-12, Moon 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 83% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moon Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Moon Sr. High School's student population of 1,218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moon 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 Moon Sr. High School is 0.44, 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
#112 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Moon Sr. High School's ranking?
Moon Sr. High School is ranked #112 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% 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 Moon Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Moon Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Moon Sr. High School?
1,218 students attend Moon Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Moon Sr. High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moon Sr. High School?
Moon Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moon Sr. High School offer ?
Moon Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Moon Sr. High School part of?
Moon Sr. High School is part of Moon Area School District.
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