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Sayre Area HS

High School · Sayre Area SD

331 W Lockhart St, Sayre, PA 18840

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,792 of 2,846

In Sayre

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Sayre Area SD

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Sayre Area HS

5.7/10

High School in Sayre · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sayre Area HS

Sayre Area HS is a public high school in Sayre, PA, part of Sayre Area SD. Sayre Area HS serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sayre Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,792 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Sayre Area HS show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation14%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,693
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Sayre Area HS — Students at Sayre Area HS score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

101.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
20.5%
ELA
47%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Sayre Area HS Compares

See how Sayre Area HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in PA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.8
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
102%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
14% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·34 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

331 W Lockhart St, Sayre, PA 18840

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sayre Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is WAVERLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Waverly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Athens Area HS (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Athens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sayre, see our Sayre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre 0.5 mi 7.4
Snyder El Sch Sayre 0.7 mi 5.5
Athens Area HS Athens 0.8 mi 7.5
Audrielle Lynch-Ellen Bustin El Sch Athens 1.0 mi 7.2
Harlan Rowe MS Athens 1.1 mi 7.3
ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly 1.7 mi 4.8
LINCOLN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly 2.1 mi 4.2
WAVERLY HIGH SCHOOL Waverly 2.3 mi 8.5
WAVERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL Waverly 2.3 mi 5.3
SRU El Sch East Smithfield 9.9 mi 7.9
NORTH ROME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome 9.8 mi 6.1
Northern Tier Career Center Towanda 12.6 mi
TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga Center 10.3 mi 7.3
TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tioga Center 10.3 mi 5.2
TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tioga Center 10.3 mi 8.9
UNION VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ulster 11.1 mi
SPENCER-VAN ETTEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Van Etten 15.2 mi 6.2
Towanda Area JSHS Towanda 15.0 mi 5.3
Morrow El Sch Towanda 15.0 mi 5.4
SPENCER-VAN ETTEN HIGH SCHOOL Spencer 15.4 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,836

Median Home Value

$170,500

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

11,249

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sayre Area HS

What grades does Sayre Area HS serve?

Sayre Area HS serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Sayre Area HS?

Sayre Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sayre Area HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Sayre Area HS is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sayre Area HS rank in PA?

Sayre Area HS ranks #1,792 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Sayre Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Sayre Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Sayre Area HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sayre Area HS has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sayre Area HS a charter school?

No, Sayre Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sayre Area HS a Title I school?

No, Sayre Area HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sayre Area HS?

101.5% of students at Sayre 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
101.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bradford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Sayre Area SD
District Enrollment
838
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,693
District Rank
#1 of 2

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