Serving 160 students in grades 7-12, Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1782 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #1782 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School?
160 students attend Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School?
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School is part of Forbes Road School District.
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