Serving 804 students in grades 3-5, South Fayette Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fayette Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Fayette Intermediate School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Fayette Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fayette Intermediate School is 0.52, 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
#93 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fayette Intermediate School's ranking?
South Fayette Intermediate School is ranked #93 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Fayette Intermediate School often compared to?
South Fayette Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Fayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Fayette Intermediate School?
804 students attend South Fayette Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of South Fayette Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fayette Intermediate School?
South Fayette Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Intermediate School offer ?
South Fayette Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fayette Intermediate School part of?
South Fayette Intermediate School is part of South Fayette Township School District.
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