Serving 6 students in grades 9-12, Northern Westmoreland 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 6 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Westmoreland Ctc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northern Westmoreland Ctc's student population of 6 students has declined by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northern Westmoreland Ctc is 0.29, 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)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
17%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 45% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Northern Westmoreland Ctc?
6 students attend Northern Westmoreland Ctc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northern Westmoreland Ctc students are White, and 17% of students are Black.
What grades does Northern Westmoreland Ctc offer ?
Northern Westmoreland Ctc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Westmoreland Ctc part of?
Northern Westmoreland Ctc is part of Northern Westmoreland CTC School District.
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