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13 schools in Altoona

Pennsylvania · Public K-12

Of the 13 public K-12 schools in Altoona, combined enrollment is roughly 7,106 students (an average of 547 per campus).

7-year change in Altoona

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
7,106
-500 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
12
+1 (+9%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
82%
was 88%
% Hispanic
3%
was 2%
% Black
9%
was 9%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Altoona Area HSHigh06-122,255
Altoona Area Jr HSMiddle06-081,578
Baker El SchElementaryKG-05263
Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CSCombinedKG-12194
Greater Altoona Career and Technology CenterHigh09-1260
Irving El SchElementaryKG-05267
Juniata El SchElementaryKG-05470
Juniata Gap El SchElementaryKG-05490
Kimmel Alternative SchoolHigh07-120
Logan El SchElementaryKG-05428
Mowrie A Ebner El SchElementaryKG-05349
Penn-Lincoln El SchElementaryKG-05313
Pleasant Valley El SchElementaryKG-05439

About Altoona

Public education in Altoona, Pennsylvania runs across 13 schools that hosts roughly 7,106 students. By footprint, Altoona sits in the average-sized bracket.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 8 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high, and 1 other.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Altoona has decreased 7% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 7,606 students to 7,106. Over that span, Altoona added 1 school, going from 11 to 12. Demographically, the White share of enrollment decreased from 88% to 82%.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Altoona discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Altoona, Pennsylvania?
There are 13 public K-12 schools in Altoona, with a combined enrollment of about 7,106.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Altoona?
Altoona has 8 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Altoona?
Altoona Area HS is the largest public school in Altoona by enrollment, with approximately 2,255 students.
What school districts serve Altoona?
Altoona is served by 3 public school districts, including Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS, Altoona Area SD, Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center.
What grade levels do public schools in Altoona cover?
Public schools in Altoona serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Altoona?
1 of the 13 public schools in Altoona are charter schools.