Serving 98 students in grades 7-12, West Forest 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Forest JSHS serves the western part of its school district in Tionesta, PA, covering an area of approximately 221.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Forest Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 98 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Forest 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 West Forest Jr. Sr. High School is 0.02, 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
#1914 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
99%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Forest Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
West Forest Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1914 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Forest Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
West Forest Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Clarion Co Jr. Sr. High School, East Forest Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Forest Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Forest Jr. Sr. High School is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Forest Jr. Sr. High School?
98 students attend West Forest Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of West Forest Jr. Sr. High School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Forest Jr. Sr. High School?
West Forest Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Forest Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
West Forest Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Forest Jr. Sr. High School part of?
West Forest Jr. Sr. High School is part of Forest Area School District.
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