Serving 362 students in grades 7-12, East Juniata 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Juniata JSHS serves the northeast part of the Mc Alisterville, PA school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 106 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 362 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
East Juniata Jr. Sr. 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 East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2197 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #2197 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juniata Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School?
362 students attend East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School?
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School part of?
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School is part of Juniata County School District.
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