Serving 905 students in grades 7-12, Valley 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley JSHS serves an attendance zone in New Kensington, PA, covering approximately 5 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 905 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
905 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley 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 Valley Jr. Sr. High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2396 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #2396 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Valley Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiski Area High School, Burrell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Jr. Sr. High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
905 students attend Valley Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Valley Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Valley Jr. Sr. High School is part of New Kensington-Arnold School District.
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