Average
#516 of 873 private schools in PA
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
High School
2400 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD, Altoona, PA 16602
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#516 of 873
In Altoona
#3 of 5
public schools
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Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
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About Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School is a private high school in Altoona, PA. Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School compares to the 12 public schools in Altoona, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Altoona
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch | 3.6 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center | — |
| Baker El Sch | 7.1 |
| Altoona Area HS | 5.1 |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS | 4.6 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS | 4.7 |
| Irving El Sch | 6.8 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch | 4.6 |
| Logan El Sch | 4.9 |
| Juniata El Sch | 3.7 |
| Juniata Gap El Sch | 5.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2400 PLEASANT VALLEY BLVD, Altoona, PA 16602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hollidaysburg Area SHS (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hollidaysburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Altoona Area HS (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona | 0.9 mi | — |
| Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Altoona Area HS Altoona | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona | 1.1 mi | — |
| Baker El Sch Altoona | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona | 1.4 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona | 1.8 mi | — |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona | 2.1 mi | — |
| Irving El Sch Altoona | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL-ALTOONA ELMNTRY CMPS Altoona | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Logan El Sch Altoona | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Juniata El Sch Altoona | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
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
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|---|---|
| Susquehanna Community JSHS Susquehanna, PA | 6.2 |
| Vaux HS: A Big Picture School Philadelphia, PA | 6.2 |
| Allegheny-Clarion Valley HS Foxburg, PA | 6.3 |
| BISHOP CANEVIN HIGH SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 6.3 |
| DELONE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mc Sherrystown, PA | 6.3 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
What grades does Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School serve?
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School?
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School rank in PA?
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School ranks #516 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School a religious school?
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Blair County
- Phone
- (814) 944-4014
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