Serving 261 students in grades 7-8, Palmerton Area 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 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmerton Area JHS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire Palmerton school district, encompassing approximately 53.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmerton Area Junior High School's student population of 261 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmerton Area 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 Palmerton Area Junior High School is 0.20, 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
#1766 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
89%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmerton Area Junior High School's ranking?
Palmerton Area Junior High School is ranked #1766 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Palmerton Area Junior High School?
261 students attend Palmerton Area Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Palmerton Area Junior High School students are White, 8% 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 Palmerton Area Junior High School?
Palmerton Area Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palmerton Area Junior High School offer ?
Palmerton Area Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmerton Area Junior High School part of?
Palmerton Area Junior High School is part of Palmerton Area School District.
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