OLD FORGE JSHS

Old Forge JSHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Old Forge SD school district, located in Old Forge, PA with about 431 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 29 teachers, Old Forge 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.

Old Forge Junior-Senior High School, located at 300 Marion Street in Old Forge, Pennsylvania, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Old Forge School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic program for students in grades 7 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary education and workforce readiness. As a relatively small community-based school, it emphasizes a supportive learning environment that integrates core curriculum requirements with various elective opportunities designed to meet the diverse interests of its student body.

Beyond academics, the school plays a central role in the local community through a robust offering of extracurricular activities, including varsity athletics, clubs, and service organizations. The institution operates under the mission of the Old Forge School District, which aims to foster student achievement, personal growth, and civic responsibility within a safe and structured setting. Prospective students and parents can find detailed information regarding the school’s academic policies, event calendars, and administrative contact details on their official website at http://www.ofsd.cc.

For more information, contact Old Forge JSHS at (570) 457-6721 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.