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Juniata Gap Elementary School

Altoona Area SD · Blair County · 3365 Juniata Gap Road, Altoona, PA 16601.0

(814)946-8401

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6/10
#737
Rank 737 out of 1,545
Top 48%
English Language Arts5/10 · #804 · 48th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #746 · 52nd percentile
Science7/10 · #480 · 66th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Juniata Gap Elementary sits in Altoona, a working-class city tucked into the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, where a strong sense of community and affordable living make it a practical choice for families putting down roots. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a particular bright spot, making it a decent fit for kids with a natural curiosity about the world around them. Families who value a grounded, no-frills environment and want their kids growing up with the mountains and outdoors nearby will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

252 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
206 (82%)
African American
20 (8%)
Multiple Races
19 (8%)
Hispanic
7 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners4 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged145 (58%)
Students with Disabilities56 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

490
Enrollment
38
Teachers (FTE)
12.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #1074 · 32nd percentile

27 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found