Punxsutawney Area HS
810 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Punxsutawney Area High School, located in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Punxsutawney Area School District. Situated in the town famous for its annual Groundhog Day celebration, the school functions as a central hub for the local community, providing a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular opportunities. The school is committed to fostering student growth through a blend of traditional coursework, vocational opportunities, and athletic programs, aiming to prepare its students for both higher education and the workforce.
As a community-focused institution, Punxsutawney Area High School emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages civic responsibility and school spirit. The facility on N. Findley Street houses a diverse student body and provides access to various clubs, sports teams, and arts programs that enrich the educational experience beyond the classroom. By leveraging its role within the historic town, the school maintains strong ties to local traditions while continuously adapting its academic offerings to meet the evolving needs of its students in a modern educational landscape.
As a community-focused institution, Punxsutawney Area High School emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages civic responsibility and school spirit. The facility on N. Findley Street houses a diverse student body and provides access to various clubs, sports teams, and arts programs that enrich the educational experience beyond the classroom. By leveraging its role within the historic town, the school maintains strong ties to local traditions while continuously adapting its academic offerings to meet the evolving needs of its students in a modern educational landscape.
810
Total Students
88.7
Full-Time Teachers
9.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 771 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 17 |
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White771 (95.2%)
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Two or More17 (2.1%)
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Hispanic11 (1.4%)
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Black7 (0.9%)
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Asian4 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Punxsutawney Area SD |
| Phone: | (814)938-5151 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 810 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 88.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
158
Grade 8
160
Grade 9
147
Grade 10
115
Grade 11
108
Grade 12
122
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 158 |
| Grade 8 | 160 |
| Grade 9 | 147 |
| Grade 10 | 115 |
| Grade 11 | 108 |
| Grade 12 | 122 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 429 | 53% |
| Male | 381 | 47% |