Claysburg-Kimmel High School

Claysburg-Kimmel High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
531 Bedford St,  Claysburg, PA
Claysburg-Kimmel School District
3.4
4.0
244 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.73
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
C-
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.73
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
530
Verbal
560
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
22
Reading
25
Science
22
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
6%
State Average
15.6%
Science
23.3%
State Average
29.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
268:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
96.9%
Black
1.1%
Two or more races
1.1%
Hispanic
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mount Aloysius College 44 Students
Penn State 38 Students
Penn State Altoona 31 Students
Saint Francis University 27 Students
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 23 Students
University of Pittsburgh 19 Students
Duquesne University 14 Students
University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown 12 Students
Juniata College 12 Students
Robert Morris University - Pennsylvania 10 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 21 Students
Business 12 Students
Psychology 8 Students
Marketing 8 Students
Physical Therapy 8 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 7 Students
Biology 6 Students
Criminology 6 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography 6 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 35 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/15/2024
Overall I think it is a good school they are good at teaching and making the kids happy and always help the kids out
5.0 Sophomore
8/18/2022
Very well school. Teachers are excellent at teaching and very helpful with any problems you need. Students are very kind and will help the best they can.
5.0 Alum
8/13/2020
It was a small school and every one knew each other. Classes were small and was able to have a very good learning experience. Teachers were always willing to help me when I didn't understand something. They don't want any student to be left behind and will go that extra mile to help you.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 3 Reviews
4.0 parent
3/29/2011
I think the main reason there are drugs in this school is because it is so close to Bullscreek, that is where most of the drugs come from. And most of the problems can't all be blamed on the kids, it all starts with what they learn & see at home. Parents need to teach their children respect & kindne...
parent
4/30/2010
The high school is much different then the elementary school, at the high school they have good teachers and a good principle that really care about your child unlike the elementary school.
4.0 parent
10/21/2009

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Claysburg-Kimmel High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Claysburg, PA, in the Claysburg neighborhood, and is served by the Claysburg-Kimmel School District in Pennsylvania. The school has a total enrollment of 244 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Claysburg-Kimmel High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.73, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $150,946. Discover additional schools in the area, like CLAYSBURG-KIMMEL JR HS, Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Claysburg has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Claysburg-Kimmel High School.

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