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Punxsutawney Area HS
High School · Punxsutawney Area SD
500 N Findley Street, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,039 of 2,846
In district
#2 of 2
Punxsutawney Area SD
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Punxsutawney Area HS
High School in Punxsutawney · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Punxsutawney Area EL Sch
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About Punxsutawney Area HS
Punxsutawney Area HS is a public high school in Punxsutawney, PA, part of Punxsutawney Area SD. Punxsutawney Area HS serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Punxsutawney Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,039 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Punxsutawney Area HS show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Punxsutawney Area HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Punxsutawney 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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Punxsutawney Area HS — Students at Punxsutawney Area HS score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.6/10.
How Punxsutawney Area HS Compares
See how Punxsutawney 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
500 N Findley Street, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Punxsutawney Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Punxsutawney Area El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Punxutawney), which scores notably higher. Another option is SS COSMAS & DAMIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LONE MAPLE AMISH SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 6.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Punxsutawney, see our Punxsutawney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Punxsutawney Area El Sch Punxutawney | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| SS COSMAS & DAMIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| HIGHLAND PARK SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 4.8 mi | 3.0 |
| BUCKS RUN AMISH SCHOOL Reynoldsville | 6.0 mi | — |
| TROUT RUN SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.3 mi | — |
| SAWMILL ROAD SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.8 mi | — |
| LONE MAPLE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 6.0 mi | 3.4 |
| SUNSET VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.4 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Rossiter | 6.0 mi | — |
| MAPLE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 6.1 mi | — |
| CANOE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Rossiter | 7.4 mi | — |
| SPRING RUN SCHOOL Rochester Mills | 7.1 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Smicksburg | 7.5 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 7.0 mi | — |
| WEST CREEK SCHOOL Smicksburg | 8.6 mi | — |
| KENTUCKY AVENUE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 7.5 mi | 2.7 |
| PUMPKIN RIDGE Smicksburg | 8.4 mi | — |
| ROCK DUMP SCHOOL Reynoldsville | 8.6 mi | — |
| BEAR LANE SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 8.4 mi | — |
| WILLOW DRIVE SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 8.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,907
Median Home Value
$125,700
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
14,136
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Iroquois JSHS Erie, PA | 5.2 |
| Lincoln JSHS Ellwood City, PA | 5.2 |
| Mount Carmel Area HS Mount Carmel, PA | 5.2 |
| Pittston Area SHS Pittston, PA | 5.2 |
| ST JOSEPH'S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 5.2 |
| Shamokin Area HS Shamokin, PA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Punxsutawney Area HS
What grades does Punxsutawney Area HS serve?
Punxsutawney Area HS serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Punxsutawney Area HS?
Punxsutawney Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Punxsutawney Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Punxsutawney Area HS is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Punxsutawney Area HS rank in PA?
Punxsutawney Area HS ranks #2,039 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Punxsutawney Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Punxsutawney Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Punxsutawney Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Punxsutawney Area HS has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Punxsutawney Area HS a charter school?
No, Punxsutawney Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Punxsutawney Area HS a Title I school?
No, Punxsutawney Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Punxsutawney Area HS?
54.7% of students at Punxsutawney 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 810
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (814) 938-5151
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Punxsutawney Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,910
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,655
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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