KEYSTONE JSHS

Keystone JSHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Keystone SD school district, located in Knox, PA with about 477 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 34 teachers, Keystone JSHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Keystone Junior-Senior High School, located in Knox, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Keystone School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic program for students in grades 7 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of core curriculum, elective courses, and vocational opportunities. As a community-centered institution, it places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal development.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school is deeply integrated into the local Knox community and offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations. By utilizing its resources and athletic facilities, Keystone JSHS promotes school spirit and student engagement, aiming to develop well-rounded citizens. For those looking for specific information regarding school policies, district news, or academic calendars, the district maintains a centralized website at http://www.keyknox.com.

For more information, contact Keystone JSHS at (814) 797-1261 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

700 Beatty Avenue
Knox, PA 16232-8909
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KEYSTONE JSHS is a public Title I school in Knox, PA with about 477 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Keystone SD
Total Students:
477
Teachers:
34.68
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 477 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending KEYSTONE JSHS is predominantly White, representing about 97% of the student body.

White
97.3%
Two or more races
2.1%
Black or African American
0.4%
Hispanic/Latino
0.2%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.