Needs Improvement
#2751 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mount Union Area Jhs
Middle School · Mount Union Area SD
706 North Shaver Street, Mount Union, PA 17066
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
3.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,751 of 2,846
In Mount Union
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Mount Union Area SD
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Mount Union Area Jhs
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About Mount Union Area Jhs
Mount Union Area Jhs is a public middle school in Mount Union, PA, part of Mount Union Area SD. Mount Union Area Jhs serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Union Area Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,751 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Union Area Jhs show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Mount Union Area Jhs sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
34% of students at Mount Union Area 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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Mount Union Area Jhs — Students at Mount Union Area Jhs score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 1.5/10.
How Mount Union Area Jhs Compares
See how Mount Union Area Jhs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
706 North Shaver Street, Mount Union, PA 17066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Union Area Jhs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Huntingdon Area MS (rated 5.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Huntingdon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C/O MARLIN STOLTZFUS, SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR (rated 4.8/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Mc Veytown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Union, see our Mount Union schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Union Area SHS Mount Union | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Mount Union-Kistler El Sch Mount Union | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Shirley Twp El Sch Mount Union | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Huntingdon County Career and Technology Center Mill Creek | 4.1 mi | — |
| SADDLERS RUN SCHOOL Allensville | 8.6 mi | 2.1 |
| COUNTY LINE SCHOOL Allensville | 9.1 mi | — |
| COUNTY LINE SCHOOL Allensville | 9.1 mi | — |
| MEADOW GREEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Three Springs | 9.4 mi | — |
| MEADOW GREEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Three Springs | 9.4 mi | — |
| Rockhill El Sch Rockhill Furnace | 10.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ORCHARD SIDE SCHOOL Allensville | 10.1 mi | — |
| C/O MARLIN STOLTZFUS, SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR Mc Veytown | 9.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Allensville | 10.5 mi | 1.9 |
| HICKORY GROVE SCHOOL C/O BENUEL K. PEACHEY Allensville | 10.5 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntingdon | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SUNNYSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Belleville | 10.9 mi | — |
| SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL Belleville | 10.9 mi | — |
| BETH EL CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Belleville | 11.1 mi | 5.1 |
| New Day CS Huntingdon | 9.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Huntingdon Area MS Huntingdon | 10.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,656
Median Home Value
$117,500
Median Rent
$674/mo
Population
5,131
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
38.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMY at Martin Philadelphia, PA | 2.9 |
| Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.2 |
| Monessen MS Monessen, PA | 3.3 |
| Young Scholars CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
| Mount Carmel Area JHS Mount Carmel, PA | 3.5 |
| Hanover Area Memorial El Sch Hanover Township, PA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Union Area Jhs
What grades does Mount Union Area Jhs serve?
Mount Union Area Jhs serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Union Area Jhs?
Mount Union Area Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Union Area Jhs?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Union Area Jhs is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Union Area Jhs rank in PA?
Mount Union Area Jhs ranks #2,751 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mount Union Area Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Union Area Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Mount Union Area Jhs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Union Area Jhs has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Union Area Jhs a charter school?
No, Mount Union Area Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Union Area Jhs a Title I school?
No, Mount Union Area Jhs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Union Area Jhs?
100.0% of students at Mount Union Area 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Huntingdon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (814) 542-9311
Resources & Links
District
Mount Union Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,133
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,378
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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