Serving 678 students in grades 8-9, Mifflin Co Junior 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 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mifflin Co JHS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Lewistown, PA, covering approximately 364.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.4 miles and the furthest edge located 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mifflin Co Junior High School's student population of 678 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
678 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mifflin Co Junior 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 Mifflin Co Junior High School is 0.24, 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
#1956 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mifflin Co Junior High School's ranking?
Mifflin Co Junior High School is ranked #1956 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mifflin Co Junior High School?
678 students attend Mifflin Co Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mifflin Co Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mifflin Co Junior High School?
Mifflin Co Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mifflin Co Junior High School offer ?
Mifflin Co Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mifflin Co Junior High School part of?
Mifflin Co Junior High School is part of Mifflin County School District.
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