Needs Improvement
#2634 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mifflin Co Jhs
School · Mifflin County SD
700 Cedar Street, Lewistown, PA 17044
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
8th – 9th
Enrollment
716
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
8th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,634 of 2,846
In Lewistown
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Mifflin County SD
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Mifflin Co Jhs
School in Lewistown · grades 8th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mifflin Co HS
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology
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About Mifflin Co Jhs
Mifflin Co Jhs is a public school in Lewistown, PA, part of Mifflin County SD. Mifflin Co Jhs serves approximately 716 students, and covers grades 8th-9th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mifflin Co Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,634 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mifflin Co Jhs show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Mifflin Co Jhs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mifflin Co Jhs — Students at Mifflin Co Jhs score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.1/10.
How Mifflin Co Jhs Compares
See how Mifflin Co Jhs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 Cedar Street, Lewistown, PA 17044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mifflin Co Jhs may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lewistown Intrmd Sch (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART OF JESUS SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Valley Intrmd Sch (rated 6.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Reedsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lewistown, see our Lewistown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mifflin Co HS Lewistown | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology Lewistown | 1.4 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART OF JESUS SCHOOL Lewistown | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Lewistown Intrmd Sch Lewistown | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lewistown El Sch Lewistown | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Mifflin Co MS Lewistown | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| STONY HILL SCHOOL Reedsville | 4.3 mi | — |
| East Derry El Sch Lewistown | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Indian Valley Intrmd Sch Reedsville | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Indian Valley El Sch Reedsville | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| CHURCH LANE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 5.0 mi | — |
| SHADY ACRE SCHOOL Reedsville | 5.9 mi | — |
| WOODLAND SCHOOL Reedsville | 5.8 mi | — |
| COFFEE RUN SCHOOL Reedsville | 5.5 mi | 2.9 |
| SHALE BANK AMISH SCHOOL Milroy | 7.0 mi | 2.5 |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Belleville | 5.5 mi | — |
| SUNRISE SPECIAL EDUCATION AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 5.9 mi | — |
| BAREFOOT SCHOOL Milroy | 7.2 mi | 2.3 |
| SUNNYVIEW SCHOOL Milroy | 7.3 mi | — |
| BARRVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 6.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,253
Median Home Value
$126,000
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
20,526
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
44.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mifflin Co Jhs
What grades does Mifflin Co Jhs serve?
Mifflin Co Jhs serves students in grades 8th through 9th.
How many students attend Mifflin Co Jhs?
Mifflin Co Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 716 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mifflin Co Jhs?
The student-teacher ratio at Mifflin Co Jhs is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mifflin Co Jhs rank in PA?
Mifflin Co Jhs ranks #2,634 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mifflin Co Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?
Mifflin Co Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Mifflin Co Jhs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mifflin Co Jhs has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Mifflin Co Jhs a charter school?
No, Mifflin Co Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mifflin Co Jhs a Title I school?
No, Mifflin Co Jhs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mifflin Co Jhs?
60.2% of students at Mifflin Co Jhs 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 716
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mifflin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (717) 248-5441
Resources & Links
District
Mifflin County SD- District Enrollment
- 4,596
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,995
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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