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Middle Schools

New Castle JHS

New Castle Area SD · Lawrence County · 310 E Lincoln Ave, New Castle, PA 16101.0

(724)656-4700

1/10
#474
Rank 474 out of 520
Top 91%
English Language Arts1/10 · #489 · 6th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #454 · 13th percentile
Science1/10 · #428 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

New Castle JHS serves a working-class community in Lawrence County, where families have deep roots and a strong sense of local pride. Academic scores here reflect some real challenges, particularly in English and science, so families who prioritize academics may want to look closely at supplemental resources and support options available to students. That said, for families already planted in New Castle — a small city with an affordable cost of living and close-knit neighborhoods — this school is the heart of a community that tends to rally around its kids.

Student Demographics

640 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
326 (51%)
Multiple Races
143 (22%)
African American
122 (19%)
Hispanic
45 (7%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners21 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged572 (89%)
Students with Disabilities126 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

689
Enrollment
43.7
Teachers (FTE)
15.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio

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 Programs6/10 · #207 · 60th percentile

41 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found