Serving 345 students in grades 7-12, Smethport Area 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Smethport Area JSHS attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 339.8 square miles around Smethport, PA. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Support the Child, Develop the Student
School Rankings
Smethport Area 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 Smethport Area Jr. Sr. 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
#1607 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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)31.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-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 Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1607 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Allegany Jr. Sr. High School, Kane Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School?
345 students attend Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School?
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School is part of Smethport Area School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Terrible school.. Bullying uses the main achievement here... The school doesn't want to be bothered with bullying.. They turn everything over to the police.... Teachers don't like and refuse to cooperate in virtual learning. Gets worse every year. Disgusted.
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