A+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    B-
  3. Teachers
    A+
  4. College Prep
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A+
  6. Health & Safety
    A
  7. Administration
    A
  8. Sports
    A
  9. Food
    A
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B+
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Address
131 W Nittany Ave
State College, PA 16801
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Telephone
(814) 231-1011
Website
scasd.org

State College Area School District Rankings

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  • Elementary
  • Middle
  • High

Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
79%
Percent Proficient - Math
64%
Average Graduation Rate
91%
Average SAT
1250
349 responses
Average ACT
29
27 responses
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Students

Diversity
B-
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
6,776
Free or Reduced Lunch
14.8%

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National
16:1
Average Teacher Salary
$79,034
Teachers in First/Second Year
—

Finances

Total Expenses
$116,234,000
Expenses Per Student
$16,935/ student
National
$12,239
Education Expenses
  • Instruction
    64%
  • Support Services
    32%
  • Other
    4%

State College Area School District Reviews

17 reviews
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As a student in a large school, sometimes it's hard to find that one teacher that you connect well with and learn the best from. At a big school like state high, that isn't a problem because every teacher cares. I am so glad I got to experience high school at state high and am happy that my personal experience was basically amazing. Aside from them usual drama that comes with high school, I wouldn't change a thing!
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I am lucky to have moved to the State College school district in 2007. Since then, our peers in New Jersey have seen the quality of their education dwindle through cutbacks in teachers and curriculum. State College remains very stable, and continues to provide good opportunities for all students. Clubs are countless, and sports are very competitive for those that want o play in college. One suggestion would be create another public school in the district. The size of State College is limiting sports participation. The current approach is to stuff the teams through a 'no-cut' policy. Its not working. Since this policy was implemented morale has dropped significantly in several teams.
I started at SCASD half way through this year and loved it. This is my first time in a American public school or public school on general and it was different then I expected. The academics​ are amazing here with so many class options such as my favorite, woodworking. The people are also really inviting and friendly. I thought it would be hard to adjust here but I made good friends and with the help of my counselor I was able to figure out my credits (I transferred from Hong Kong) and figure out what classes to take. I'm excited for next year and graduating at such an awesome high school.