JEANNETTE HIGH SCHOOL

Jeannette HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Jeannette City SD school district, located in Jeannette, PA with about 419 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 31 teachers, Jeannette HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Jeannette Junior-Senior High School, located in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Jeannette City School District. Situated in Westmoreland County, the school is well-known for its deep-rooted traditions and a strong sense of community pride. The school typically serves students in grades 7 through 12, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, including a celebrated athletic program that has historically been a central pillar of the school’s identity and community engagement.

Beyond its focus on academics and athletics, Jeannette Junior-Senior High School reflects the character of its namesake industrial city. As a small district, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment where faculty and staff often focus on personalized student support. While the district faces the common challenges associated with smaller, post-industrial Pennsylvania communities, it remains a focal point for local social activity and serves as a vital hub for the educational development of the area’s youth.

For more information, contact Jeannette HS at (724) 523-5591 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.