High Schools in Southern Columbia Area School District


Summary:

The Southern Columbia Area School District in Pennsylvania is home to a single high school, Southern Columbia High School, which has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance and is ranked among the top 15% of high schools in the state.

Southern Columbia High School stands out for its exceptional 4-year graduation rate of 87.5%, which is significantly higher than the state average, and its low dropout rate of just 1.6%. The school's performance on Keystone Exams is also noteworthy, with students exceeding the state average in Algebra I and Literature, though there is room for improvement in Biology. The school district's high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratio suggest a strong investment in educational resources, which likely contributes to the school's success.

While Southern Columbia High School serves a relatively affluent student population, with a low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the school's consistent top-tier ranking and ratings indicate that it is providing a quality education to its students. The school's strengths in math and literature, coupled with its potential opportunity for improvement in science, offer insights into areas of focus for the school's curriculum and instruction.

District Detail

 800 Southern Drive
Catawissa, PA 17820-8410

 (570) 356-2331

SchoolDigger Rank:
163rd of 610 Pennsylvania districts

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Grades served: K-12
Students: 1,207

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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