Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School

300 Buffington Dr
Kittanning, PA 16201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,374 students in grades 7-12, Armstrong 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,374 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 88% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Btm 50%)
  • : Armstrong JSHS serves the west part of Kittanning, PA, covering an area of approximately 208.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest point being 13.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 1,374 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers

School Rankings

Armstrong 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 Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1258 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
35%
38%
65%
55%
61%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
88%
87%
(22-23)
26.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
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 Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1258 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School, Leechburg Area High School, Apollo-ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is 88%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School?
1,374 students attend Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is part of Armstrong School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,374 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 88% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 61% (Btm 50%)
  • : Armstrong JSHS serves the west part of Kittanning, PA, covering an area of approximately 208.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest point being 13.4 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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