Serving 583 students in grades 5-6, Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School's student population of 583 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School is 0.24, 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
#357 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School's ranking?
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School is ranked #357 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School?
583 students attend Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School?
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School offer ?
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School part of?
Neil Armstrong 5-6 Middle School is part of Bethel Park School District.
School Reviews
4 4/28/2021
This school is great. It's just kind of boring always having the same class at the same time. BUT it's GREAT.
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