Serving 194 students in grades 3-4, Penn Cambria Intrmd School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Cambria Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Penn Cambria Intrmd School's student population of 194 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Penn Cambria Intrmd School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Cambria Intrmd School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1687 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Cambria Intrmd School's ranking?
Penn Cambria Intrmd School is ranked #1687 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Cambria Intrmd School?
194 students attend Penn Cambria Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Penn Cambria Intrmd School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Cambria Intrmd School?
Penn Cambria Intrmd School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Cambria Intrmd School offer ?
Penn Cambria Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Cambria Intrmd School part of?
Penn Cambria Intrmd School is part of Penn Cambria School District.
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