What grades does Punxsutawney Area HS serve?

As a High school, Punxsutawney Area HS serves students in Punxsutawney, PA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Punxsutawney Area HS located?

You can find Punxsutawney Area HS in Punxsutawney, PA.

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

At Punxsutawney Area HS, there are approximately 9.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Punxsutawney, PA?

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

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Punxsutawney Area HS — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania|Punxsutawney Area SD

Punxsutawney, PA 15767

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Upcoming Events

Aug

Mon

Teacher In-ServiceStaff Day

Aug

Mon

2nd & 3rd Grade OrientationEvent

Aug

Tue

PAHS Meet the Teachers' NightStaff Day

PAHS Students' (and their Parents/Guardians) in Grades 7-12 are welcome to attend this event. This is a great opportunity for both Students and their Parents/Guardians to meet the PAHS Staff Members and to be able to get acquainted with their daily schedule. Read more

Aug

Tue

K & 1st Grade OrientationEvent

Aug

Tue

HS Meet Teachers-EveningEvent

Aug

Tue

Teacher In-ServiceStaff Day

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School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

810

Student:Teacher

9.6:1

Locale

Town

District

Punxsutawney Area SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

54.7%

Phone

(814)938-5151

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

Graduation Rate

85-89%

Chronic Absenteeism

26.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

5 courses offered

49 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

22 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

38 test takers

Athletics

20 sports, 20 teams

633 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.7:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

900

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,655

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,490

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$25,425

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 60%Local 27%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.8%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

7.7%

Uninsured residents

9.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

585

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

516

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

64%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

153 (30%)

Speech/Language Impairment

142 (28%)

Other Health Impairment

85 (16%)

Autism

55 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

32 (6%)

Intellectual Disability

32 (6%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

810

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

Teacher In-Service

Staff Day

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

2nd & 3rd Grade Orientation

Event

Tue, Aug 25, 2026

PAHS Meet the Teachers' Night

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	4th, 5th, & 6th Grade Orientation	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No School	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day-No School	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Flex Day	Event	—
Sat, Sep 19, 2026	Homecoming	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Flex Day	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	End of First Nine Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Teacher In-service	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day No School	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	No School- Veterans Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day-No School	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	No School---Thanksgiving	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Vacation	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Thanksgiving Vacation	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	No School	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Holiday Choir Concert	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter Break	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	No School	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	No School- Christmas Eve	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Christmas Day-No School	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	No School--Christmas	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Christmas Vacation	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's Vacation	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Flex Day	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	End of Second Nine Week	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Teacher In-Service	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School--Teacher in Service	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	Mid-Winter Vacation	Break	—
Tue, Feb 2, 2027	No School--Groundhog's Day	Event	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Snow Day Make Up	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Snow Day Make Up	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Snow Day Make up	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Spring Chorus Musical	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Flex Day	Event	—
Sat, Feb 27, 2027	Spring Chorus Musical	Event	—
Sun, Feb 28, 2027	Spring Chorus Musical	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Early Dismissal--Easter Break	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Easter Vacation	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter Vacation	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	No School	Event	—
Tue, Mar 30, 2027	Snow Day Make Up	Event	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	End of Third Nine Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Snow Day Make Up	Event	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	PSSA ELA Testing Window	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	PSSA Math/Science Testing Window	exam	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Spring Choral Concert	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	PSSA Math/Science Make Ups	exam	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Keystone Exams	exam	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Keystone Exams	exam	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day-No School	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day No School	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Last Day of School----Early Dismissal	Event	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Last Student Day Early Dismissal	Event	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Last Student Day (Early Dismissal)	Event	—
Mon, Jun 7, 2027	Teacher In-Service	Staff Day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Punxsutawney Area HS

Punxsutawney Area HS has a total enrollment of 810 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in Punxsutawney, PA.