Shade Junior/Senior High School is a public secondary school serving nearly 300 students in grades 7-12 in the Shade Township coal patch of Cairnbrook.
Serving 123 students in grades 7-12, Shade Jr. Sr. 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shade JSHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Cairnbrook, PA, covering an area of approximately 69.3 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shade Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 123 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
123 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shade Jr. Sr. 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 Shade Jr. Sr. High School is 0.06, 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
#2036 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
White
97%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shade Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Shade Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #2036 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shade Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Shade Jr. Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Shade Jr. Sr. High School?
123 students attend Shade Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Shade Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shade Jr. Sr. High School?
Shade Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shade Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Shade Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shade Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Shade Jr. Sr. High School is part of Shade-Central City School District.
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