Serving 433 students in grades 7-12, Williams 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Valley JSHS's attendance zone covers the entire district in Tower City, PA, encompassing approximately 61.6 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 433 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams 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 Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School is 0.22, 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
#2321 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
6%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 18-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 Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #2321 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-valley Jr. Sr. High School, Shenandoah Valley Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
433 students attend Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School?
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School is part of Williams Valley School District.
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