Serving 557 students in grades 7-8, Plum Middle School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plum Middle School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plum Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plum 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
#1282 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plum Middle School's ranking?
Plum Middle School is ranked #1282 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Plum Middle School?
557 students attend Plum Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Plum Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plum Middle School?
Plum Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plum Middle School offer ?
Plum Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Plum Middle School part of?
Plum Middle School is part of Plum Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Plum Middle School located?
Plum Middle School is located in the Holiday Park neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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