Mohawk Junior High School

385 Mohawk School Rd
New Castle, PA 16102
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, Mohawk 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 329 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 63% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mohawk Junior High School's student population of 329 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Mohawk 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 Mohawk Junior High School is 0.10, 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)
#1192 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
39%
38%
63%
55%
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
(22-23)
15.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mohawk Junior High School's ranking?
Mohawk Junior High School is ranked #1192 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mohawk Junior High School?
329 students attend Mohawk Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mohawk Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mohawk Junior High School?
Mohawk Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mohawk Junior High School offer ?
Mohawk Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mohawk Junior High School part of?
Mohawk Junior High School is part of Mohawk Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 329 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 63% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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