CARLYNTON JSHS

Carlynton JSHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Carlynton SD school district, located in Carnegie, PA with about 586 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, Carlynton JSHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Carlynton Junior-Senior High School, located in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, serves the communities of Carnegie, Crafton, and Rosslyn Farms as part of the Carlynton School District. The school operates as a combined secondary facility, housing students in grades 7 through 12. Its campus is situated on Kings Highway, providing a centralized educational hub for the district’s diverse suburban population. The school is committed to fostering a rigorous academic environment while emphasizing the personal growth and social development of its adolescent student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, Carlynton JSHS offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, performing arts, and student clubs, designed to encourage well-rounded student engagement. The district places a strong focus on utilizing technology to enhance learning and preparing students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education or entering the workforce. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio compared to larger regional districts, the school aims to provide a personalized educational experience that addresses the unique needs of its students within a supportive community atmosphere.

For more information, contact Carlynton JSHS at (412) 429-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.