What grades does Jim Thorpe Area HS serve?

Jim Thorpe Area HS operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Jim Thorpe area.

Where is Jim Thorpe Area HS located?

Jim Thorpe Area HS is a rural school in Jim Thorpe, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jim Thorpe Area HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Jim Thorpe Area HS is 13.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Jim Thorpe, PA?

Schools in Jim Thorpe include Jim Thorpe Area HS and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Jim Thorpe area.

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Jim Thorpe Area HS — School Calendar 2026-27

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Jim Thorpe, PA 18229

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JTASD Board of Education - Committee MeetingEvent

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

529

Student:Teacher

13.2:1

Locale

Rural

District

Jim Thorpe Area SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

56.9%

Phone

(570)325-3663

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

>=50%

Math Proficiency

60-64%

Graduation Rate

80-84%

Chronic Absenteeism

33.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

7 courses offered

48 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

15 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

50 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

48 test takers

Athletics

17 sports, 27 teams

334 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

566

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,557

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,958

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$27,390

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 3%State 24%Local 73%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$349,765

+2.8% 1yr+40.2% 5yr

Allentown, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.6%

Below 150% poverty line

7.1%

Unemployment rate

5.4%

Uninsured residents

10.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

400

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

369

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

70%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

155 (42%)

Other Health Impairment

75 (20%)

Emotional Disturbance

44 (12%)

Autism

41 (11%)

Speech/Language Impairment

40 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

11 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

490

Current enrollment

Declining(-18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Aug 19, 2026

JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting

Event

Wed, Aug 19, 2026

JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting

Event

Wed, Sep 9, 2026

JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Carbon County College & Technical Education Night	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Muhlenberg College Rep Visit	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Committee Meeting This meeting is held in the LGI room off of the commons area.	Event	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	JTASD Board of Education - Voting Meeting	Event	—