School Overview
Portage Area Junior-Senior High School (JSHS), located at 85 Mountain Ave in Portage, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Portage Area School District. As a combined junior and senior high facility, the school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12. The institution is committed to fostering a supportive community atmosphere, emphasizing both rigorous core curriculum requirements and a variety of extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are entering the workforce, the military, or higher education.

Beyond the classroom, the school plays a vital role in the local Portage community by promoting school spirit and student engagement through athletic programs, clubs, and various student organizations. The district utilizes its official website, [portageareasd.org](http://www.portageareasd.org), to maintain transparency and communication with families, providing access to academic calendars, administrative policies, and information regarding student resources. By blending traditional educational values with modern learning standards, Portage Area JSHS strives to empower its student body to become productive and responsible citizens.
339
Total Students
27.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Portage Area JSHS
Demographic Student Count
White320
Hispanic5
Black1
Asian2
Two or More11
  • White
    320 (94.4%)
  • Two or More
    11 (3.2%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Portage Area SD
Phone: (814)736-9636
Website: http://www.portageareasd.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 339
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 7 53
Grade 8 68
Grade 9 46
Grade 10 55
Grade 11 61
Grade 12 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Portage Area JSHS
Grade Student Count
Grade 753
Grade 868
Grade 946
Grade 1055
Grade 1161
Grade 1256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Portage Area JSHS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16047.2%
Male17952.8%