TULPEHOCKEN JSHS

Tulpehocken JSHS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tulpehocken Area SD school district, located in Bernville, PA with about 676 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 62 teachers, Tulpehocken JSHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Tulpehocken Junior-Senior High School, located in Bernville, Pennsylvania, serves as the secondary education hub for the Tulpehocken Area School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core curriculum, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities. The campus is designed to foster a supportive community atmosphere, emphasizing the district’s commitment to academic excellence and the personal growth of its student body.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school offers various programs designed to meet diverse student interests, including athletics, arts, and vocational pathways. By leveraging its resources in the Berks County region, Tulpehocken JSHS encourages students to engage with their community and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for future college or career endeavors. The school maintains a strong link with local stakeholders and families to ensure a well-rounded educational experience that aligns with state standards and the specific needs of the Bernville community.

For more information, contact Tulpehocken JSHS at (610) 488-6286 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

430 New Schaefferstown Rd
Bernville, PA 19506-8939
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TULPEHOCKEN JSHS is a public Title I school in Bernville, PA with about 676 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
676
Teachers:
62.37
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-Title I targeted assistance 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 676 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TULPEHOCKEN JSHS is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
84.8%
Hispanic/Latino
10.4%
Black or African American
3.0%
Asian
1.2%
Two or more races
0.7%

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%

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.