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Very Good

#639 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 22% in state

Dubois Area Shs

High School · DuBois Area SD

425 Orient Ave, Dubois, PA 15801

Enrollment

903

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#639 of 2,846

In Dubois

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

DuBois Area SD

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Dubois Area Shs

Dubois Area Shs is a public high school in Dubois, PA, part of DuBois Area SD. Dubois Area Shs serves approximately 903 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dubois Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #639 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Dubois Area Shs show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.6% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation22.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,019
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Dubois Area Shs — Students at Dubois Area Shs score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
64.0% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
44.2%
ELA
54.6%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Dubois Area Shs Compares

See how Dubois Area Shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in PA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
101%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
22.7% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

425 Orient Ave, Dubois, PA 15801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dubois Area Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brockway Area JSHS (rated 7.8/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Brockway), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson County-DuBois Area Vocational-Technical School (rated 7.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Reynoldsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dubois, see our Dubois schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
DuBois Area MS Dubois 0.5 mi 5.6
NEW STORY Du Bois 0.5 mi 5.6
Juniata El Sch Dubois 0.6 mi 7.5
Oklahoma El Sch Dubois 1.1 mi 8.5
DU BOIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Du Bois 1.1 mi 6.1
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Du Bois 1.4 mi 5.2
Wasson Avenue El Sch Dubois 2.1 mi 9.1
DUBOIS AREA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Du Bois 2.1 mi 5.5
DUBOIS AREA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Du Bois 2.2 mi 6.0
WEBER ROAD SCHOOL Luthersburg 6.5 mi
BUTCHERS RUN AMISH SCHOOL Troutville 7.5 mi
LONE OAK AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney 8.0 mi
BLOSE HILL AMISH SCHOOL Reynoldsville 8.0 mi
Brockway Area JSHS Brockway 9.0 mi 7.8
Brockway Area Elementary Sch Brockway 9.1 mi 8.6
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Punxsutawney 9.1 mi
C G Johnson El Sch Reynoldsville 7.6 mi 7.8
ROCK DUMP SCHOOL Reynoldsville 8.8 mi
PINE VALLEY SCHOOL Punxsutawney 9.4 mi
Jefferson County-DuBois Area Vocational-Technical School Reynoldsville 7.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,380

Median Home Value

$170,200

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

20,251

College Educated

35.2%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

44.8

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Lower Dauphin HS Hummelstown, PA 7.8
North Pocono HS Covington Twp, PA 7.8
Swenson Arts and Technology High School Philadelphia, PA 7.8
Bermudian Springs HS York Springs, PA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dubois Area Shs

What grades does Dubois Area Shs serve?

Dubois Area Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Dubois Area Shs?

Dubois Area Shs has an enrollment of approximately 903 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dubois Area Shs?

The student-teacher ratio at Dubois Area Shs is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dubois Area Shs rank in PA?

Dubois Area Shs ranks #639 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Dubois Area Shs's MySchoolScout rating?

Dubois Area Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Dubois Area Shs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dubois Area Shs has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Dubois Area Shs a charter school?

No, Dubois Area Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dubois Area Shs a Title I school?

No, Dubois Area Shs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dubois Area Shs?

100.8% of students at Dubois Area Shs 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
903
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Clearfield County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

DuBois Area SD
District Enrollment
3,257
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,019
District Rank
#4 of 6

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