Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Penn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Penn Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penn 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 Penn Middle School is 0.13, 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
#348 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Middle School's ranking?
Penn Middle School is ranked #348 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Middle School often compared to?
Penn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwin Middle School, Monessen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Middle School?
498 students attend Penn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Penn Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Middle School?
Penn Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Middle School offer ?
Penn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Penn Middle School part of?
Penn Middle School is part of Penn-Trafford School District.
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