Clarion-Limestone Jr/Sr High School is a public Junior/Senior High School, in Strattanville, central Clarion County, Pennsylvania, with 522 students in grades 7-12
Serving 363 students in grades 7-12, Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1936
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
A winner never quits, and a quitter never wins.
School Rankings
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School is 0.10, 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
#1195 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1195 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School?
363 students attend Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 2% 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 Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School?
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Clarion-limestone Area Jr. Sr. High School is part of Clarion-Limestone Area School District.
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