Serving 539 students in grades 6-12, Redbank Valley 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 61% (which is higher 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Redbank Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New Bethlehem, PA, covering approximately 167.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redbank Valley High School's student population of 539 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1950
School Rankings
Redbank Valley 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 Redbank Valley High School is 0.04, 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
#1756 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redbank Valley High School's ranking?
Redbank Valley High School is ranked #1756 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Redbank Valley High School often compared to?
Redbank Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union High School by visitors of our site.
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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Redbank Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Redbank Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Redbank Valley High School?
539 students attend Redbank Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Redbank Valley High School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redbank Valley High School?
Redbank Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Redbank Valley High School offer ?
Redbank Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redbank Valley High School part of?
Redbank Valley High School is part of Redbank Valley School District.
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