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Armstrong JSHS

Armstrong SD · Armstrong County · 300 Buffington Dr, Kittanning, PA 16201.0

(724)548-7600

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8/10
#152
Rank 152 out of 625
Top 24%
English Language Arts7/10 · #202 · 68th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #176 · 72nd percentile
Science9/10 · #87 · 86th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Armstrong JSHS sits in Kittanning, a small river town in Armstrong County where the Allegheny River runs right through the heart of the community — the kind of place where school spirit and local pride are genuinely intertwined. The school stands out particularly in science, ranking in the 86th percentile statewide, making it a strong fit for families with kids who are curious about the natural world or drawn toward STEM pathways. For families looking to put down roots in a quieter, small-town Western Pennsylvania setting without sacrificing solid academics, Armstrong delivers a well-rounded experience that punches above its size.

Student Demographics

488 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
465 (95%)
African American
9 (2%)
Other
14 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged250 (51%)
Students with Disabilities96 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,447
Enrollment
118.4
Teachers (FTE)
12.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

97.3%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

13
AP Courses
offered
5%
AP Participation
of students
74
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #391 · 41st percentile

25 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found