Below Average
#2263 of 2,846 schools in PA
Altoona Area JR HS
Middle School · Altoona Area SD
1400 7th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602
Enrollment
1,614
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,614
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,263 of 2,846
In Altoona
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Altoona Area SD
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Altoona Area JR HS
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About Altoona Area JR HS
Altoona Area JR HS is a public middle school in Altoona, PA, part of Altoona Area SD. Altoona Area JR HS serves approximately 1,614 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Altoona Area JR HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,263 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Altoona Area JR HS show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Altoona Area JR HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Altoona Area JR HS — Students at Altoona Area JR HS score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Altoona Area JR HS Compares
See how Altoona Area JR HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1400 7th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Altoona Area JR HS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Baker El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irving El Sch (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona | 0.2 mi | — |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona | 0.3 mi | — |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 2.1 mi | — |
| Logan El Sch Altoona | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Juniata Gap El Sch Altoona | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 2.9 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,097
Median Home Value
$120,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
27,014
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Crest MS Lebanon, PA | 4.5 |
| Abington MS Abington, PA | 4.8 |
| East Hills MS Bethlehem, PA | 4.3 |
| Ridley MS Ridley Park, PA | 4.9 |
| Whitehall-Coplay MS Whitehall, PA | 4.9 |
| Maple Point MS Langhorne, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Altoona Area JR HS
What grades does Altoona Area JR HS serve?
Altoona Area JR HS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Altoona Area JR HS?
Altoona Area JR HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Altoona Area JR HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Altoona Area JR HS is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Altoona Area JR HS rank in PA?
Altoona Area JR HS ranks #2,263 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Altoona Area JR HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Altoona Area JR HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Altoona Area JR HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Altoona Area JR HS has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Altoona Area JR HS a charter school?
No, Altoona Area JR HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Altoona Area JR HS a Title I school?
No, Altoona Area JR HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Altoona Area JR HS?
99.8% of students at Altoona Area JR HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 129
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Blair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (814) 381-7512
Resources & Links
District
Altoona Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,019
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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