Tussey Mountain Sd School District
School District · Saxton, Pennsylvania
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,140
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,140
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Evaluating Tussey Mountain Sd?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Tussey Mountain Sd as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Tussey Mountain HS
Saxton · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Tussey Mountain MS
Saxton · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Tussey Mountain EL
Saxton · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Pennsylvania rank
#122 of 494
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.1
above Pennsylvania avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,140
+$0 vs Pennsylvania median
District size
940 students
Smaller than Pennsylvania median
The short answer
Tussey Mountain Sd ranks #122 of 494 Pennsylvania districts by overall school rating. Tussey Mountain Sd's schools with real test data average 7.3/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Tussey Mountain HS (8.4/10), Tussey Mountain MS (7.4/10), and Tussey Mountain EL (6.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Tussey Mountain Sd
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tussey Mountain HS | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Tussey Mountain MS | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Tussey Mountain EL | 6.2 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Tussey Mountain Sd
Tussey Mountain Sd is a Saxton, Pennsylvania school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 940 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. The district invests $18,140 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.3/10, Tussey Mountain Sd is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Tussey Mountain HS, which has a composite score of 8.4/10.
In standardized testing, Tussey Mountain Sd students show an average math proficiency of 46.7% and ELA proficiency of 57.0%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Tussey Mountain Sd, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Tussey Mountain Sd with test data.
Schools in Tussey Mountain Sd
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Pennsylvania
- City
- Saxton
- Total Enrollment
- 940
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Tussey Mountain Sd?
Tussey Mountain Sd has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Tussey Mountain Sd?
The average composite rating for Tussey Mountain Sd is 7.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Tussey Mountain Sd?
Tussey Mountain Sd spends $18,140 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tussey Mountain Sd?
The average student-teacher ratio in Tussey Mountain Sd is 12.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Tussey Mountain Sd?
Tussey Mountain HS is the highest-rated school in Tussey Mountain Sd with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What are the test scores in Tussey Mountain Sd?
Across schools in Tussey Mountain Sd with test data, the average math proficiency is 46.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 57.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Tussey Mountain Sd compare to other districts in Pennsylvania?
Tussey Mountain Sd has an average school rating of 7.3/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Pennsylvania by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 46.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 57.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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