Serving 957 students in grades 6-8, Dorseyville MiddleSchool 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 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorseyville MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dorseyville MiddleSchool's student population of 957 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dorseyville MiddleSchool ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorseyville MiddleSchool is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorseyville MiddleSchool's ranking?
Dorseyville MiddleSchool is ranked #194 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dorseyville MiddleSchool often compared to?
Dorseyville MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingomar MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dorseyville MiddleSchool?
957 students attend Dorseyville MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dorseyville MiddleSchool 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 MiddleSchool?
Dorseyville MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dorseyville MiddleSchool offer ?
Dorseyville MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dorseyville MiddleSchool part of?
Dorseyville MiddleSchool is part of Fox Chapel Area SD School District.
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