Below Average
#2481 of 2,846 schools in PA
Valley Jshs
High School · New Kensington-Arnold SD
703 Stevenson Blvd, New Kensington, PA 15068
Enrollment
885
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
885
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,481 of 2,846
In New Kensington
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
New Kensington-Arnold SD
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Valley Jshs
High School in New Kensington · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Northern Westmoreland Career & Technology Center
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About Valley Jshs
Valley Jshs is a public high school in New Kensington, PA, part of New Kensington-Arnold SD. Valley Jshs serves approximately 885 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Jshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,481 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Jshs show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Valley Jshs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at Valley Jshs 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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Valley Jshs — Students at Valley Jshs score 18% 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 26 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: 7.5/10.
How Valley Jshs Compares
See how Valley 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
703 Stevenson Blvd, New Kensington, PA 15068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Jshs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Plum SHS (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Plum), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Natrona Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highlands SHS (rated 6.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Natrona Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Kensington, see our New Kensington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Westmoreland Career & Technology Center New Kensington | 0.1 mi | — |
| Roy A. Hunt El Sch Arnold | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Martin Sch New Kensington | 0.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Berkey Sch Arnold | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MARY QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL New Kensington | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Springdale JSHS Springdale | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Highlands El Sch Tarentum | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Stewart El Sch Lower Burrell | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Highlands Early Childhood Center Brackenridge | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Bon Air El Sch Lower Burrell | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Highlands MS Natrona Heights | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Charles A Huston MS Lower Burrell | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Highlands SHS Natrona Heights | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Natrona Heights | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Plum SHS Plum | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Burrell HS Lower Burrell | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Acmetonia El Sch Cheswick | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pivik El Sch Plum | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| O'Block El Sch Pittsburgh | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Tenth Street El Sch Oakmont | 5.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,997
Median Home Value
$166,000
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
36,068
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
46.7
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|---|---|
| Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.1 |
| Southern Huntingdon Co HS/MS Three Springs, PA | 4.1 |
| Achievement House CS Exton, PA | 4.0 |
| Franklin Benjamin HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| Roxborough HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Jshs
What grades does Valley Jshs serve?
Valley Jshs serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Jshs?
Valley Jshs has an enrollment of approximately 885 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Jshs?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Jshs is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Jshs rank in PA?
Valley Jshs ranks #2,481 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Valley Jshs's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Jshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Valley Jshs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Jshs has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Valley Jshs a charter school?
No, Valley Jshs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Jshs a Title I school?
No, Valley Jshs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Jshs?
100.0% of students at Valley 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 885
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westmoreland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (724) 337-4536
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
New Kensington-Arnold SD- District Enrollment
- 1,947
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,297
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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