Below Average
#2236 of 2,846 schools in PA
Hazleton Area HS
High School · Hazleton Area SD
1601 W 23rd St, Hazle Township, PA 18202
Enrollment
3,884
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,884
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,236 of 2,846
In Hazle Township
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Hazleton Area SD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Hazleton Area HS
High School in Hazle Township · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hazleton Area HS
Hazleton Area HS is a public high school in Hazle Township, PA, part of Hazleton Area SD. Hazleton Area HS serves approximately 3,884 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hazleton Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,236 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Hazleton Area HS show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Hazleton Area HS is a large school: 3,884 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
49% of students at Hazleton Area 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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Hazleton Area HS — Students at Hazleton Area HS score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Hazleton Area HS Compares
See how Hazleton Area 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
1601 W 23rd St, Hazle Township, PA 18202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hazleton Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tamaqua Area SHS (rated 7.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazle Township, see our Hazle Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Manor El/MS Hazle Township | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Hazle Township Early Learning Center Hazle Township | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Hazleton El/MS Hazleton | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| HAZLETON TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Hazleton | 1.4 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazleton | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Arthur Street El Sch Hazleton | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Drums El/MS Drums | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Conyngham | 3.9 mi | — |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo | 5.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Valley El/MS Sugarloaf | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Freeland El/MS Freeland | 6.4 mi | 2.4 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua | 9.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL Tamaqua | 10.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Tamaqua El Sch Tamaqua | 11.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Mountain Top | 11.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Rice El Sch Mountain Top | 12.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Tamaqua Area SHS Tamaqua | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,517
Median Home Value
$182,200
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
13,477
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Liberty HS Bethlehem, PA | 5.1 |
| Reading SHS Reading, PA | 4.1 |
| William Allen HS Allentown, PA | 4.1 |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill, PA | 5.5 |
| Easton Area HS Easton, PA | 6.0 |
| Northeast HS Philadelphia, PA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hazleton Area HS
What grades does Hazleton Area HS serve?
Hazleton Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hazleton Area HS?
Hazleton Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 3,884 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hazleton Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Hazleton Area HS is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hazleton Area HS rank in PA?
Hazleton Area HS ranks #2,236 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hazleton Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Hazleton Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Hazleton Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hazleton Area HS has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hazleton Area HS a charter school?
No, Hazleton Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hazleton Area HS a Title I school?
No, Hazleton Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hazleton Area HS?
100.0% of students at Hazleton Area 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,884
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 201
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.1%
- Phone
- (570) 459-3221
- 4-Year Graduation
- 75.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hazleton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 12,609
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,547
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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