Serving 1,614 students in grades 6-8, Altoona Area Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Altoona Area Jr High School's student population of 1,614 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
School Rankings
Altoona Area Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altoona Area Jr High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1983 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altoona Area Jr High School's ranking?
Altoona Area Jr High School is ranked #1983 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Altoona Area Jr High School often compared to?
Altoona Area Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altoona Area High School, Bellwood Antis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Altoona Area Jr High School?
1,614 students attend Altoona Area Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Altoona Area Jr High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altoona Area Jr High School?
Altoona Area Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altoona Area Jr High School offer ?
Altoona Area Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altoona Area Jr High School part of?
Altoona Area Jr High School is part of Altoona Area School District.
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