Very Good
#930 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 33% in state
Windber Area HS
High School · Windber Area SD
2301 Graham Ave, Windber, PA 15963
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#930 of 2,846
In Windber
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Windber Area SD
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Windber Area HS
Windber Area HS is a public high school in Windber, PA, part of Windber Area SD. Windber Area HS serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Windber Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #930 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Windber Area HS show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Windber 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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Windber Area HS — Students at Windber Area HS score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Windber Area HS Compares
See how Windber 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
2301 Graham Ave, Windber, PA 15963
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windber Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Richland HS (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Johnstown), with a very similar rating. Another option is BISHOP MC CORT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Johnstown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Conemaugh Twp Area MS/SHS (rated 6.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Davidsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Windber, see our Windber schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Windber Area MS Windber | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Windber El Sch Windber | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Richland HS Johnstown | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center Johnstown | 3.0 mi | — |
| Richland El Sch Johnstown | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| RICHLAND ACADEMY Johnstown | 4.4 mi | — |
| DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Johnstown | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Conemaugh Twp Area El Sch Johnstown | 5.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Ferndale Area JSHS Johnstown | 6.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Shade JSHS Cairnbrook | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Greater Johnstown School District's Cyber Academy Johnstown | 6.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Cairnbrook El Sch Cairnbrook | 7.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Greater Johnstown SHS Johnstown | 6.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Conemaugh Twp Area MS/SHS Davidsville | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Greater Johnstown MS Johnstown | 7.2 mi | 2.3 |
| BISHOP MC CORT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown | 7.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Forest Hills El Sch Sidman | 7.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Forest Hills JSHS Sidman | 7.9 mi | 6.1 |
| JOHNSTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollsopple | 7.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Ferndale El Sch Johnstown | 8.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15963 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,256
Median Home Value
$120,000
Median Rent
$752/mo
Population
10,383
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe, PA | 7.3 |
| Cochranton JSHS Cochranton, PA | 7.3 |
| Everett Area HS Everett, PA | 7.3 |
| MERCERSBURG ACADEMY Mercersburg, PA | 7.3 |
| National Constitution Center HS Philadelphia, PA | 7.3 |
| New Brighton Area HS New Brighton, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windber Area HS
What grades does Windber Area HS serve?
Windber Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Windber Area HS?
Windber Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windber Area HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Windber Area HS is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windber Area HS rank in PA?
Windber Area HS ranks #930 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Windber Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Windber Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Windber Area HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windber Area HS has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Windber Area HS a charter school?
No, Windber Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windber Area HS a Title I school?
No, Windber Area HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windber Area HS?
99.1% of students at Windber 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
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (814) 467-4567
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Windber Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,244
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,909
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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