Serving 1,440 students in grades 7-12, Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 1,440 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1342 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1342 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apollo-ridge High School, West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is 84%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School?
1,440 students attend Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School is part of Armstrong School District.
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