Indiana Area Junior High School

245 N 5th St
Indiana, PA 15701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
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 (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 628 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • 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)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#946 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
41%
38%
70%
55%
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
(22-23)
18.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 628 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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