CLEARFIELD AREA JSHS

Clearfield Area JSHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Clearfield Area SD school district, located in Clearfield, PA with about 1,050 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 82 teachers, Clearfield Area 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.

Clearfield Area Junior-Senior High School (JSHS) serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Clearfield Area School District in Clearfield, Pennsylvania. Situated on Washington Avenue, the school operates as a combined facility that supports students in grades 7 through 12. Its academic mission focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a comprehensive curriculum that balances core requirements with various elective opportunities, aiming to foster both intellectual growth and civic responsibility within the local community.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student organizations, which are central to the campus culture. As the flagship secondary institution for the district, Clearfield Area JSHS emphasizes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to engage in school spirit and community-focused initiatives. For families and community members, the district maintains a centralized website at http://www.clearfield.org/ to provide ongoing updates regarding school calendars, policies, and academic resources.

For more information, contact Clearfield Area JSHS at (814) 765-5511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.