Serving 456 students in grades 7-12, Fort Cherry 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 456 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Rangers
School Rankings
Fort Cherry 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 Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1390 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
60%
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: Rangers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1390 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avella Area Jr. Sr. High School, Burgettstown Middle School High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School?
456 students attend Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School?
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School is part of Fort Cherry School District.
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