School Overview
Minersville Area Junior-Senior High School (JSHS) is a public secondary institution located in Minersville, Pennsylvania, serving students in grades 7 through 12. As the central secondary hub of the Minersville Area School District, the school is deeply rooted in the history of Schuylkill County’s coal region. The institution takes great pride in its "Battlin' Miners" identity, a mascot that reflects the area's industrial heritage and the perseverance of its student body. The school aims to provide a comprehensive education that balances rigorous academic standards with personal growth, preparing students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the school serves as a focal point for community spirit, heavily emphasizing extracurricular involvement through sports, music programs, and various student organizations. The school’s website, *battlinminers.com*, serves as a vital resource for the district, providing parents, students, and community members with up-to-date information regarding academic calendars, athletic schedules, and district policies. With a strong commitment to maintaining a supportive learning environment, Minersville Area JSHS continues to foster a culture of tradition and academic development for the local youth of the Minersville area.
527
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Minersville Area JSHS
Demographic Student Count
White448
Hispanic48
Black19
Asian6
Two or More5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    448 (85.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    48 (9.1 %)
  • Black
    19 (3.6 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.1 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Minersville Area SD
Phone: (570)544-1400
Website: http://www.battlinminers.com
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 527
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 7 84
Grade 8 89
Grade 9 105
Grade 10 90
Grade 11 83
Grade 12 76

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Minersville Area JSHS
Grade Student Count
Grade 784
Grade 889
Grade 9105
Grade 1090
Grade 1183
Grade 1276
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Minersville Area JSHS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25247.8%
Male27552.2%