Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Indiana Area Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indiana Area JHS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire Indiana Area School District in Indiana, PA, encompassing approximately 82.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indiana Area Junior High School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
“Where everyone is inspired and challenged to excel.”
School Rankings
Indiana Area Junior 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 Indiana Area Junior High School is 0.27, 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
#946 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indiana Area Junior High School's ranking?
Indiana Area Junior High School is ranked #946 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Indiana Area Junior High School often compared to?
Indiana Area Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homer-center Jr. Sr. High School, Indiana Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Indiana Area Junior High School?
628 students attend Indiana Area Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Indiana Area Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indiana Area Junior High School?
Indiana Area Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indiana Area Junior High School offer ?
Indiana Area Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Indiana Area Junior High School part of?
Indiana Area Junior High School is part of Indiana Area School District.
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