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Very Good

#1006 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 35% in state

Jenkintown Middle/high School

High School · Jenkintown SD

West and Highlands Avenues, Jenkintown, PA 19046

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,006 of 2,846

In Jenkintown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Jenkintown SD

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.1/10

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About Jenkintown Middle/high School

Jenkintown Middle/high School is a public high school in Jenkintown, PA, part of Jenkintown SD. Jenkintown Middle/high School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jenkintown Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Jenkintown Middle/high School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.6% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.4% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation4.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,525
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Jenkintown Middle/high School — Students at Jenkintown Middle/high School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.5% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 81.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
56.1% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
29.6%
ELA
69.6%
2024
Math
44.4%
ELA
79%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Jenkintown Middle/high School Compares

See how Jenkintown Middle/high School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in PA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.8
Sports
11
6 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
4.2% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
6 boys'·5 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

West and Highlands Avenues, Jenkintown, PA 19046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jenkintown Middle/high School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WYNCOTE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Melrose Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cheltenham HS (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wyncote), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Abington SHS (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Abington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jenkintown, see our Jenkintown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Jenkintown El Sch Jenkintown 0.0 mi 7.8
ABINGTON FRIENDS SCHOOL Jenkintown 0.7 mi 8.8
A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown 0.7 mi 7.4
Abington SHS Abington 1.1 mi 6.7
MEADOWLANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jenkintown 0.9 mi
Copper Beech Sch Glenside 1.3 mi 6.7
Abington MS Abington 1.4 mi 4.8
ST LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenside 1.1 mi 7.2
Wyncote El Sch Wyncote 1.2 mi 6.9
ANCILLAE-ASSUMPTA ACADEMY Wyncote 1.3 mi 8.3
MESIVTA YESODEI YISROEL Elkins Park 1.9 mi
WYNCOTE ACADEMY Melrose Park 1.9 mi 7.9
Cheltenham HS Wyncote 1.6 mi 6.9
Cedarbrook MS Wyncote 1.7 mi 4.9
Highland Sch Abington 2.0 mi 7.5
Glenside El Sch Glenside 1.6 mi 7.1
Myers El Sch Elkins Park 2.1 mi 7.0
McKinley Sch Elkins Park 1.8 mi 6.6
Roslyn Sch Roslyn 2.1 mi 6.8
Elkins Park Sch Elkins Park 2.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,959

Median Home Value

$446,800

Median Rent

$1,433/mo

Population

19,143

College Educated

62.7%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

44.3

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Sharpsville Area SHS Sharpsville, PA 7.1
Williamsburg Community JSHS Williamsburg, PA 7.1
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Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center, PA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jenkintown Middle/high School

What grades does Jenkintown Middle/high School serve?

Jenkintown Middle/high School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Jenkintown Middle/high School?

Jenkintown Middle/high School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jenkintown Middle/high School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jenkintown Middle/high School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jenkintown Middle/high School rank in PA?

Jenkintown Middle/high School ranks #1,006 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Jenkintown Middle/high School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jenkintown Middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jenkintown Middle/high School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jenkintown Middle/high School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jenkintown Middle/high School a charter school?

No, Jenkintown Middle/high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jenkintown Middle/high School a Title I school?

No, Jenkintown Middle/high School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jenkintown Middle/high School?

28.1% of students at Jenkintown Middle/high School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Jenkintown SD
District Enrollment
712
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,525
District Rank
#2 of 2

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