Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Founders Hall Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Founders Hall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Founders Hall Middle School's student population of 636 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Founders Hall Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Founders Hall Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2480 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
49%
14%
White
32%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Founders Hall Middle School's ranking?
Founders Hall Middle School is ranked #2480 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Founders Hall Middle School?
636 students attend Founders Hall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Founders Hall Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Founders Hall Middle School?
Founders Hall Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Founders Hall Middle School offer ?
Founders Hall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Founders Hall Middle School part of?
Founders Hall Middle School is part of Mckeesport Area School District.
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