COLUMBIA-MONTOUR AVTS

Columbia-Montour AVTS is a public high school that is part of the Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School school district, located in Bloomsburg, PA with about 645 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, Columbia-Montour AVTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School (CMVT), located in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, serves as a specialized educational institution designed to provide students with rigorous academic instruction combined with high-level technical and career training. Serving students from across Columbia and Montour counties, the school focuses on bridging the gap between traditional secondary education and the demands of the modern workforce. By offering a diverse range of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, CMVT prepares students for both immediate post-graduation employment and pursuit of higher education in specialized fields.

The school’s curriculum is structured to provide hands-on, industry-aligned training, allowing students to earn certifications and gain practical experience in various trades, ranging from healthcare and culinary arts to construction and advanced manufacturing. Beyond technical proficiency, CMVT emphasizes the development of essential "soft skills," such as critical thinking, professional ethics, and leadership. Through partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders, the school remains deeply integrated into the regional economy, ensuring that its programs evolve to meet the changing technological and professional needs of the surrounding communities.

For more information, contact Columbia-Montour AVTS at (570) 784-8040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.