West Shamokin Junior–Senior High School is a small, public high school located in Rural Valley, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is one of three high schools operated by the Armstrong School District.
Serving 526 students in grades 7-12, West Shamokin 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Shamokin JSHS serves the eastern part of Rural Valley, PA, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 235.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone located about 17.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 526 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Shamokin 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 Shamokin 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
#1405 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
West Shamokin Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1405 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School?
526 students attend West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School part of?
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School is part of Armstrong School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I''m a 7th grader at this school and i love it....
5 10/10/2025
My Seventh grader was afraid of starting seventh grade she came home after the first day and loved it she was so comfortable and happy the student ambassadors Are awesome they're so helpful. I absolutely love the Way they run the school, one thing that I really appreciate is there is a 0% tolerance for Bullying. A. Big thank you to all that help make the school so safe and a happy place for my child.
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