Greater Johnstown SHS Athletics, Academics &amp; FAQ (2026 List)

About Greater Johnstown SHS

Greater Johnstown SHS is a public high school located in the city of Johnstown, PA and is part of the Greater Johnstown School District. The school has a student-teacher ratio of about 12:1 and an enrollment of 856 students. The school provides a traditional classroom environment with opportunities for academic support. The curriculum includes core subjects, elective courses, career and technical education pathways (through partnerships with local programs) and general college readiness guidance to prepare students for college or entrance into the workforce. Students are a very diverse population, reflecting the urban community of Johnstown, with a majority of minority students and a variety of socio-economic backgrounds. Greater Johnstown SHS has proficiency rate of 9% in Mathematics and 31% in Reading. Offering a balanced mix of academics, leadership development, and innovation, the school has earned recognition as the best high school in Pennsylvania. Participation in standardized assessments such as the SAT may be part of college readiness efforts. Greater Johnstown SHS serves a diverse student population with multiple academic and career pathways while focusing on improving foundational math and reading outcomes.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 9%

Reading 31%

State average proficiency is 9% in Math and 31% in Reading.

69

Full-time Teachers

12 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

856

Total Students

$76537

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 38.08%

Asian 0%

Hispanic 5.37%

Black 38.08%

Two+ Races 18.34%

Native Am. 0.12%

White

38.08%

Asian

0%

Hispanic

5.37%

Black

38.08%

Two+ Races

18.34%

Native Am.

0.12%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 856

48.95%

419 Female

51.05%

437 Male

Student Population

856 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

285 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Greater Johnstown SHS Contact Information

Address

222 Central Ave, Johnstown, PA, 15902

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Phone

(814) 533-5670

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Website

gjsd.net

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:35 AM to 2:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Greater Johnstown SHS has recently expanded its college and career readiness initiatives with additional dual enrollment opportunities and SAT prep workshops. The school also enhanced several learning spaces to facilitate collaborative instruction and technology-based projects across departments. During the year student groups were honored in regional music, athletics and academic competitions.

FAQ

Q1. What academic programs are offered at Greater Johnstown SHS?

Ans. The school offers core academic subjects, electives, career and technical education pathways and basic college prep courses.

Q2. What extra-curricular activities do Greater Johnstown SHS provide?

Ans. Students can participate in sports teams, clubs, arts programs, and a variety of student leadership organizations.

Q3. What special education services are available at Greater Johnstown SHS?

Ans. Yes, The school has special education supports, personalized learning plans, and academic intervention programs.

Q4. What college and career guidance does the school provide?

Ans. Yes, Students are exposed to career readiness programs, and provided counseling and college application assistance.

Q5. What is the school environment like at Greater Johnstown SHS?

Ans. The school has a diverse student body and a caring environment that emphasizes improving academic achievement and providing a range of pathways for learning.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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