Very Good
#969 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 34% in state
Portage Area Jshs
High School · Portage Area SD
85 Mountain Ave, Portage, PA 15946
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#969 of 2,846
In Portage
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Portage Area SD
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Portage Area Jshs
High School in Portage · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Portage Area EL Sch
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About Portage Area Jshs
Portage Area Jshs is a public high school in Portage, PA, part of Portage Area SD. Portage Area Jshs serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Portage Area Jshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #969 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Portage Area Jshs show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Portage Area Jshs — Students at Portage Area Jshs score 51% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How Portage Area Jshs Compares
See how Portage Area Jshs 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
85 Mountain Ave, Portage, PA 15946
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portage Area Jshs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Penn Cambria HS (rated 8.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Cresson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Cambria HS (rated 7.1/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Ebensburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Ebensburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Portage Area El Sch Portage | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Penn Cambria Intrmd Sch Lilly | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Penn Cambria Primary Sch Lilly | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Forest Hills JSHS Sidman | 5.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Forest Hills El Sch Sidman | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cresson | 7.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Penn Cambria HS Cresson | 7.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Penn Cambria Pre-Primary Cresson | 7.2 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ebensburg | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BISHOP CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Ebensburg | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loretto | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School Ebensburg | 8.3 mi | — |
| Cambria El Sch Ebensburg | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Cambria HS Ebensburg | 8.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Central Cambria MS Ebensburg | 8.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Penn Cambria MS Gallitzin | 8.9 mi | 4.3 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Claysburg | 9.5 mi | — |
| CAMBRIA COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Johnstown | 10.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Jackson El Sch Johnstown | 10.2 mi | 7.2 |
| RICHLAND ACADEMY Johnstown | 11.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15946 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,602
Median Home Value
$116,100
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
6,630
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Loyalsock Twp SHS Williamsport, PA | 7.2 |
| MERCY CAREER & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.2 |
| Northern Bedford County HS Loysburg, PA | 7.2 |
| Southern Columbia HS Catawissa, PA | 7.2 |
| Tulpehocken Area HS Bernville, PA | 7.2 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portage Area Jshs
What grades does Portage Area Jshs serve?
Portage Area Jshs serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Portage Area Jshs?
Portage Area Jshs has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portage Area Jshs?
The student-teacher ratio at Portage Area Jshs is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portage Area Jshs rank in PA?
Portage Area Jshs ranks #969 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Portage Area Jshs's MySchoolScout rating?
Portage Area Jshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Portage Area Jshs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portage Area Jshs has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Portage Area Jshs a charter school?
No, Portage Area Jshs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portage Area Jshs a Title I school?
No, Portage Area Jshs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portage Area Jshs?
100.0% of students at Portage Area Jshs 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Cambria County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (814) 736-9636
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Portage Area SD- District Enrollment
- 774
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,281
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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