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Southern Columbia High School

Southern Columbia Area SD · Columbia County · 812 Southern Drive, Catawissa, PA 17820.0

(570)356-3450

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7/10
#244
Rank 244 out of 625
Top 39%
English Language Arts4/10 · #397 · 37th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #33 · 95th percentile
Science4/10 · #417 · 32nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Southern Columbia High School is a standout for families who value strong math and STEM programming — the school ranks in the 95th percentile statewide in math, which is genuinely impressive for a small rural district tucked into the rolling hills of Columbia County. Catawissa itself is a quiet, tight-knit borough along the Susquehanna River, the kind of place where kids grow up knowing their neighbors and teachers alike. Families looking for a community-rooted school with serious academic muscle in the sciences and math will find a lot to like here, even as English scores leave some room to grow.

Student Demographics

89 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
86 (97%)
Other
3 (3%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged28 (31%)
Students with Disabilities10 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

348
Enrollment
33.7
Teachers (FTE)
10.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

97.9%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

6
AP Courses
offered
10.3%
AP Participation
of students
39
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

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 Programs2/10 · #587 · 12th percentile

3 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.