Serving 477 students in grades 5-8, Rock L Butler 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock L Butler Middle School's student population of 477 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Rock L Butler 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 Rock L Butler Middle School is 0.10, which is less 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
#1146 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
1%
15%

Black
n/a
14%

White
95%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

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 Rock L Butler Middle School's ranking?
Rock L Butler Middle School is ranked #1146 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Rock L Butler Middle School?
477 students attend Rock L Butler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rock L Butler Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock L Butler Middle School?
Rock L Butler Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock L Butler Middle School offer ?
Rock L Butler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock L Butler Middle School part of?
Rock L Butler Middle School is part of Wellsboro Area School District.
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