Bradford Area High School is a public high school providing grades 9-12. It is located in Bradford, Pennsylvania, in the north central region of the Commonwealth. The current principal is David Ray. In the 2016–2017 school year the enrollment was 776.
Serving 702 students in grades 9-12, Bradford Area High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bradford Area High School's student population of 702 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Equal Opportunity
School Rankings
Bradford Area High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Area High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#701 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Area High School's ranking?
Bradford Area High School is ranked #701 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bradford Area High School often compared to?
Bradford Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kane Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Area High School?
The graduation rate of Bradford Area High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bradford Area High School?
702 students attend Bradford Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bradford Area High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Area High School?
Bradford Area High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradford Area High School offer ?
Bradford Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradford Area High School part of?
Bradford Area High School is part of Bradford Area School District.
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