Serving 967 students in grades 6-8, Dorseyville Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorseyville 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
Dorseyville Middle School's student population of 967 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dorseyville Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorseyville Middle School is 0.38, 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
#255 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorseyville Middle School's ranking?
Dorseyville Middle School is ranked #255 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dorseyville Middle School often compared to?
Dorseyville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingomar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dorseyville Middle School?
967 students attend Dorseyville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dorseyville Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorseyville Middle School?
Dorseyville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dorseyville Middle School offer ?
Dorseyville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dorseyville Middle School part of?
Dorseyville Middle School is part of Fox Chapel Area School District.
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