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Philipsburg-Osceola Area School District


At a glance
217thof 606 Pennsylvania districts▼ 13
Better than 64% of Pennsylvania districts
200 Short St
Philipsburg, PA 16866-2640
·(814) 342-1050·All Pennsylvania district rankings →
Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 64.2% of districts
4
Schools
1,591
Students
Top rankedPhilipsburg Elementary School287th of 1,511 Pennsylvania elementary schools
Biggest riser
Philipsburg Elementary School up 158 spots statewide this year
Summary:

The Philipsburg-Osceola Area School District in Pennsylvania operates 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that Philipsburg Elementary School is the standout performer in the district, consistently ranking in the top 30% of Pennsylvania elementary schools and outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests, particularly in math.

In contrast, the middle and high schools in the district appear to struggle academically, with below-average test scores and lower rankings compared to their elementary school counterpart. The district as a whole has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a student population with greater economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the district invests heavily in its schools, with high per-student spending, particularly at the middle school level, and low student-teacher ratios across all schools.

Overall, the data highlights the strengths of Philipsburg Elementary School within the Philipsburg-Osceola Area School District, while also revealing areas for improvement at the middle and high school levels. Addressing the academic performance gaps will be crucial for the district's long-term success.

Ranking:
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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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