Serving 1,003 students in grades 7-12, North Schuylkill 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 1,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 1,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,003 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
North Schuylkill 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 North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School is 0.30, 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
#2071 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
83%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #2071 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pottsville Area High School, Mahanoy Area Jr. Sr. High School, Minersville Area Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School?
1,003 students attend North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School?
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School part of?
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School is part of North Schuylkill School District.
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