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#1360 of 2,842 schools in PA
Top 48% in state
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
High School · Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD
502 Philips St, Philipsburg, PA 16866
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Philipsburg
#2 of 3
public schools
Pennsylvania high schools
#232 of 641
In district
#3 of 4
Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School serves 514 students in grades 9-12 in the town of Philipsburg, Pennsylvania. With 40 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #797 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania high schools, placing it in the 72nd percentile statewide.
Students show particular strength in English Language Arts and reading, with 63% achieving proficient or above levels. Mathematics performance shows room for growth, with 48% of students reaching proficiency. Located on Philips Street in Centre County, the school serves a working-class community where the median household income is $50,864 and median home values are $122,000.
The surrounding area has a population of 9,365, with 17% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 15.4%. The school operates as a regular public high school in a town setting, providing educational opportunities for students in this close-knit Pennsylvania community where affordable housing and small-town character define the local landscape.
Score Breakdown
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Philipsburg-osceola Area HS — Students at Philipsburg-osceola Area HS score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 5 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: 5.5/10.
How Philipsburg-osceola Area HS Compares
See how Philipsburg-osceola Area HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 47% (2019) to 67% (2021).
Location
502 Philips St, Philipsburg, PA 16866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philipsburg-osceola Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Branch Area HS (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Morrisdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moshannon Valley JSHS (rated 6.6/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Houtzdale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Clearfield Area JSHS (rated 5.2/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Clearfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philipsburg, see our Philipsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Philipsburg El Sch Philipsburg | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Philipsburg-Osceola Area MS Philipsburg | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Osceola Mills El Sch Osceola Mills | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| West Branch Area El Sch Morrisdale | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
| West Branch Area HS Morrisdale | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| West Branch MS Morrisdale | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda | 10.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Moshannon Valley JSHS Houtzdale | 10.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Moshannon Valley El Sch Houtzdale | 10.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MATTHEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyrone | 15.2 mi | — |
| Tyrone Area MS Tyrone | 15.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Tyrone Area HS Tyrone | 15.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Tyrone Area El Sch Tyrone | 15.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Clearfield County Career & Technology Center Clearfield | 14.5 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Clearfield | 14.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Gray's Woods El Sch Port Matilda | 14.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Clearfield | 15.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Clearfield Area JSHS Clearfield | 15.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Clearfield Area El Sch Clearfield | 15.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Tyrone | 20.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,580
Median Home Value
$136,900
Median Rent
$681/mo
Population
8,924
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
45.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has a median household income of $48,580. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $136,900, with a median rent of $681/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Girard HS Girard, PA | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore, PA | 6.5 |
| VILLA JOSEPH MARIE HIGH SCHOOL Holland, PA | 6.5 |
| BISHOP MC CORT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown, PA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
What grades does Philipsburg-osceola Area HS serve?
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Philipsburg-osceola Area HS?
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philipsburg-osceola Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Philipsburg-osceola Area HS is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philipsburg-osceola Area HS rank in PA?
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS is ranked #1360 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is Philipsburg-osceola Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Philipsburg-osceola Area HS?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has 48.3% math proficiency and 63.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Philipsburg-osceola Area HS a charter school?
No, Philipsburg-osceola Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philipsburg-osceola Area HS a Title I school?
No, Philipsburg-osceola Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philipsburg-osceola Area HS?
45.7% of students at Philipsburg-osceola 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
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Centre County
- Phone
- (814) 342-1521
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,595
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,129
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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