Octorara Middle School serves 382 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 76% (which was equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 76% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)76%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)76%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
How many students attend Octorara Middle School?
382 students attend Octorara Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Octorara Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Octorara Middle School?
Octorara Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Octorara Middle School offer ?
Octorara Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Octorara Middle School part of?
Octorara Middle School is part of Octorara Area School District.
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