What grades does Altoona Area Jr HS serve?

As a Middle school, Altoona Area Jr HS serves students in Altoona, PA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Altoona Area Jr HS located?

You can find Altoona Area Jr HS in Altoona, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Altoona Area Jr HS?

At Altoona Area Jr HS, there are approximately 12.5 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Altoona, PA?

Altoona Area Jr HS is among the schools serving Altoona, PA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Altoona, PA 16602

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

1,614

Student:Teacher

12.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Altoona Area SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.8%

Phone

(814)381-7512

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45%

26th percentile in PA

Math Proficiency

21%

25th percentile in PA

Chronic Absenteeism

20.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

27 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,718

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

128.82

96% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

3.95

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,958

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,150

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,648

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 58%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$168,366

+7.7% 1yr+16.0% 5yr

Altoona, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.6%

Below 150% poverty line

4.2%

Unemployment rate

5.4%

Uninsured residents

7.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,045

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,821

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

540 (30%)

Specific Learning Disability

496 (27%)

Autism

258 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

184 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

161 (9%)

Speech/Language Impairment

155 (9%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,578

Current enrollment

Stable(-7% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Altoona Area Jr HS

Altoona Area Jr HS currently enrolls 1,614 students across Middle grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

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