Knoch High School is part of the Knoch School District, which is located in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania. It was named after Eva Knoch, who donated the land on which this school was built. The school mascot is a knight; students are referred to as the "Knoch Knights." The Knoch colors are blue and gold.
Serving 721 students in grades 9-12, Knoch 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knoch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Knoch High School's student population of 721 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to Knoch High School! Our mission at Knoch is centered on student learning, growth, and success.
School Rankings
Knoch 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 Knoch High School is 0.06, 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
#1055 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knoch High School's ranking?
Knoch High School is ranked #1055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Knoch High School often compared to?
Knoch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knoch High School?
The graduation rate of Knoch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Knoch High School?
721 students attend Knoch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Knoch High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knoch High School?
Knoch High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Knoch High School offer ?
Knoch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knoch High School part of?
Knoch High School is part of Knoch School District.
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