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Northern Tier Career Center
High School · Northern Tier Career Center
120 Career Center, Towanda, PA 18848
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
1.1:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
1.1:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Northern Tier Career Center
Northern Tier Career Center is a public high school in Towanda, PA, part of the Northern Tier Career Center. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.1:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $57,391, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 15 students, Northern Tier Career Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 1.1:1, Northern Tier Career Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Northern Tier Career Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.1:1
- Address
- 120 Career Center, Towanda, PA 18848
- Website
- ntccschool.org
- Phone
- (570) 265-8111
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
120 Career Center, Towanda, PA 18848
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Tier Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Athens Area HS (rated 7.4/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Athens). Another option is Wyalusing Valley JSHS (rated 6.9/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Wyalusing). Additionally, WAVERLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Waverly). For more schools in Towanda, see our Towanda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Towanda Area JSHS Towanda | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Morrow El Sch Towanda | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Towanda Area El Sch Towanda | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Towanda | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH ROME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome | 6.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SRU El Sch East Smithfield | 8.2 mi | 4.9 |
| UNION VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ulster | 9.7 mi | — |
| Harlan Rowe MS Athens | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Athens Area HS Athens | 11.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Audrielle Lynch-Ellen Bustin El Sch Athens | 11.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sayre Area HS Sayre | 12.6 mi | 5.8 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre | 12.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Snyder El Sch Sayre | 13.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly | 14.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LINCOLN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly | 14.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WAVERLY HIGH SCHOOL Waverly | 14.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WAVERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL Waverly | 14.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Northeast Bradford Elementary School Rome | 13.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Northeast Bradford JSHS Rome | 13.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Wyalusing Valley JSHS Wyalusing | 15.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18848 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,391
Median Home Value
$178,300
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
8,625
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
48.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Northern Tier Career Center has a median household income of $57,391. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $178,300, with a median rent of $883/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler, PA | — |
| Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School Ebensburg, PA | — |
| Beaver County Career & Technology Center Monaca, PA | — |
| Berks Career and Technology Center-West Campus Leesport, PA | — |
| Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School Bethlehem, PA | — |
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Tier Career Center
What grades does Northern Tier Career Center serve?
Northern Tier Career Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Northern Tier Career Center?
Northern Tier Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Tier Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Tier Career Center is 1.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Northern Tier Career Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Northern Tier Career Center has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Northern Tier Career Center a charter school?
No, Northern Tier Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northern Tier Career Center a Title I school?
No, Northern Tier Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northern Tier Career Center?
80.0% of students at Northern Tier Career Center 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,482/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Towanda). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bradford County
- Phone
- (570) 265-8111
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Northern Tier Career Center- District Enrollment
- 15
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $384,000
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