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#1579 of 2,846 schools in PA
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
High School · Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD
502 Philips St, Philipsburg, PA 16866
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,579 of 2,846
In Philipsburg
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
High School in Philipsburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Philipsburg EL Sch
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About Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS is a public high school in Philipsburg, PA, part of Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD. Philipsburg-osceola Area HS serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,579 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Philipsburg-osceola Area HS show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Philipsburg-osceola 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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Philipsburg-osceola Area HS — Students at Philipsburg-osceola Area HS score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
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 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: 8.7/10.
How Philipsburg-osceola Area HS Compares
See how Philipsburg-osceola 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
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 7.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Morrisdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tyrone Area HS (rated 7.5/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Tyrone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Moshannon Valley JSHS (rated 5.6/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Houtzdale), with a comparable rating. 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 | 8.5 |
| Philipsburg-Osceola Area MS Philipsburg | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Osceola Mills El Sch Osceola Mills | 4.3 mi | 8.8 |
| West Branch Area El Sch Morrisdale | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| West Branch Area HS Morrisdale | 6.1 mi | 7.9 |
| West Branch MS Morrisdale | 6.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda | 10.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Moshannon Valley JSHS Houtzdale | 10.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Moshannon Valley El Sch Houtzdale | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MATTHEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyrone | 15.2 mi | — |
| Tyrone Area MS Tyrone | 15.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Tyrone Area HS Tyrone | 15.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Tyrone Area El Sch Tyrone | 15.4 mi | 5.9 |
| 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 | 7.4 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Clearfield | 15.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Clearfield Area JSHS Clearfield | 15.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Clearfield Area El Sch Clearfield | 15.8 mi | 6.8 |
| 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
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| BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reading, PA | 6.1 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore, PA | 6.1 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem, PA | 6.1 |
| Bartram John - Main Philadelphia, PA | 6.0 |
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 ranks #1,579 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Philipsburg-osceola Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Philipsburg-osceola Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philipsburg-osceola Area HS has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (814) 342-1521
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,595
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,129
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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