BLACKLICK VALLEY JSHS

Blacklick Valley JSHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Blacklick Valley SD school district, located in Nanty Glo, PA with about 290 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Blacklick Valley JSHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blacklick Valley Junior-Senior High School, located in Nanty Glo, Pennsylvania, serves as the secondary education hub for the Blacklick Valley School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a mix of core curriculum requirements, elective courses, and extracurricular opportunities. As a small-town school, it emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff work to foster student growth both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and places a significant emphasis on student development through athletics, clubs, and extracurricular activities. By leveraging resources provided by the district, Blacklick Valley JSHS aims to bridge the gap between foundational education and career or college readiness. The school maintains a digital presence through its official district domain, which serves as a central resource for parents, students, and the community to access calendars, academic policies, and school news.

For more information, contact Blacklick Valley JSHS at (814) 749-9211 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.