Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, New Castle Junior High School ranks in the bottom 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Castle Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Castle Junior High School's student population of 706 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Castle Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Castle Junior High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2455 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
22%
14%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Castle Junior High School's ranking?
New Castle Junior High School is ranked #2455 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend New Castle Junior High School?
706 students attend New Castle Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of New Castle Junior High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Castle Junior High School?
New Castle Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Castle Junior High School offer ?
New Castle Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Castle Junior High School part of?
New Castle Junior High School is part of New Castle Area School District.
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