Serving 890 students in grades 7-12, Valley Jr. Sr. 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 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 890 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Jr. Sr. High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2178 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
31%
14%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #2178 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Valley Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiski Area High School, Burrell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Jr. Sr. High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
890 students attend Valley Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Valley Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Valley Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Valley Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School is part of New Kensington-Arnold SD School District.
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