What grades does Altoona Area HS serve?

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

Where is Altoona Area HS located?

You can find Altoona Area HS in Altoona, PA.

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

At Altoona Area HS, there are approximately 16.2 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Altoona, PA?

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

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Altoona Area HS — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Altoona, Pennsylvania|Altoona Area SD

Altoona, PA 16602

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School Profile

Grades

6–12

Enrollment

2,246

Student:Teacher

16.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Altoona Area SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.9%

Phone

(814)940-6986

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-29%

Math Proficiency

56%

82th percentile in PA

Graduation Rate

83%

Chronic Absenteeism

17.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

18 courses offered

179 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

48 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

179 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

189 test takers

Athletics

5 sports, 5 teams

703 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.8:1

Worse than average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,232

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

142.7

95% fully certified

Counselors

8.6999998

Psychologists

1.65

Social Workers

Nurses

2.01

School Resource Officers

1.25

Security Staff

3.24

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

81%

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)

2,255

Current enrollment

Growing(+36% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Teacher Inservice - No School

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Staff Day

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

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Staff Day

Thu, Dec 24, 2026

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Altoona Area SD. Altoona Area HS follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Teacher Inservice - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule impact.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher Inservice - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule impact.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Teacher Inservice - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule impact.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Teacher Inservice - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule impact.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Thu, Jan 7, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Tue, Jan 12, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Keystone Testing - Winter WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	Teacher Inservice - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule impact.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break - Schools and Offices ClosedDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Teacher Inservice - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full schedule impact.	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Keystone Testing - Spring WaveDistrict-wide Review the testing notice for dates and any required preparation.	exam	—
Mon, Jun 7, 2027	Teacher Inservice (morning) - Last 1/2 Teacher DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—