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#1263 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 44% in state
Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School
High School · Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School
5050 Sweppenheiser Drive, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,263 of 2,846
In Bloomsburg
#7 of 9
public schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School
High School in Bloomsburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School
Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School is a public high school in Bloomsburg, PA, part of Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School. Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School serves approximately 617 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,263 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School — Students at Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 8.5/10.
How Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School Compares
See how Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School 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
5050 Sweppenheiser Drive, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Columbia SHS (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berwick Area HS (rated 7.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Berwick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bloomsburg Area HS (rated 5.9/10, 5.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bloomsburg, see our Bloomsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Columbia El Sch Bloomsburg | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Central Columbia MS Bloomsburg | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Central Columbia SHS Bloomsburg | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Beaver-Main El Sch Bloomsburg | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Memorial El Sch Bloomsburg | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Bloomsburg Area HS Bloomsburg | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Bloomsburg Area MS Bloomsburg | 5.5 mi | 4.9 |
| West Berwick El Sch Berwick | 6.1 mi | 4.5 |
| W W Evans Memorial El Sch Bloomsburg | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Berwick | 6.7 mi | 5.6 |
| COLUMBIA COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomsburg | 6.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Berwick Area HS Berwick | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Berwick Area MS Berwick | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Salem El Sch Berwick | 7.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Nescopeck El Sch Nescopeck | 7.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GREENWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Millville | 9.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Benton Area MS Benton | 11.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Benton Area HS Benton | 11.7 mi | 4.6 |
| L R Appleman El Sch Benton | 11.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Hartman El Ctr Catawissa | 11.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,145
Median Home Value
$216,700
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
29,324
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Biglerville HS Biglerville, PA | 6.6 |
| Curwensville Area JSHS Curwensville, PA | 6.6 |
| Hill Freedman World Academy Philadelphia, PA | 6.6 |
| Huntingdon Area SHS Huntingdon, PA | 6.6 |
| Jersey Shore Area SHS Jersey Shore, PA | 6.6 |
| MOUNT ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Flourtown, PA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School
What grades does Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School serve?
Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School?
Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School has an enrollment of approximately 617 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School rank in PA?
Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School ranks #1,263 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School a charter school?
No, Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School a Title I school?
No, Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School?
52.4% of students at Columbia-montour Area Vocational-technical School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 617
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.4%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Columbia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.9%
- Phone
- (570) 784-8040
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School- District Enrollment
- 617
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,834
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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