Serving 524 students in grades 7-12, West Shamokin Jr. Sr. 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 524 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. 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 West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is 0.04, which is less 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
#1270 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
98%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1270 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School?
524 students attend West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School part of?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is part of Armstrong School District.
School Reviews
5 3/26/2020
My Seventh grader was afraid of starting seventh grade she came home after the first day and loved it she was so comfortable and happy the student ambassadors Are awesome they're so helpful. I absolutely love the Way they run the school, one thing that I really appreciate is there is a 0% tolerance for Bullying. A. Big thank you to all that help make the school so safe and a happy place for my child.
5 9/12/2012
I''m a 7th grader at this school and i love it....
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