Juniata Elementary School is located in the center of Altoona and is in the Altoona Area School District, which is known to have a strong academic and community focus. Families try and find homes in this area due to the affordability. Housing costs must be considered when looking for a community with schools that students can attend. The average monthly rent for a home in this area is about $1,000/month, making it a very appealing area for young families. The most recent data provided by the district on the district's response to the pandemic cites that already 48% of students are showing as "proficient or above" in reading and 39% in math, and showing steady but gradual educational improvement. Juniata Elementary School's direct community also shows a strong presence of a "family-focused", and safe environment. They reference their ability to be more family focused due to having "involved parents", supported with the continued after-school activities and proximity from home to school regarding community relationships. The continued environment, those who continue to come back each year, has kept Juniata a recognized candidate among the strongest, Quality Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.