Serving 802 students in grades 6-8, South Fayette Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fayette Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Fayette Middle School's student population of 802 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Fayette Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fayette Middle School is 0.47, 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
#259 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
69%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fayette Middle School's ranking?
South Fayette Middle School is ranked #259 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% 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 South Fayette Middle School?
802 students attend South Fayette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Fayette Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fayette Middle School?
South Fayette Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Middle School offer ?
South Fayette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fayette Middle School part of?
South Fayette Middle School is part of South Fayette Township School District.
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