Serving 631 students in grades 5-6, Boyce Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Boyce Middle School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boyce Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyce Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
79%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyce Middle School's ranking?
Boyce Middle School is ranked #106 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Boyce Middle School often compared to?
Boyce Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quaker Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Boyce Middle School?
631 students attend Boyce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Boyce Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boyce Middle School?
Boyce Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Boyce Middle School offer ?
Boyce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boyce Middle School part of?
Boyce Middle School is part of Upper St. Clair School District.
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