Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, West Allegheny 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 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Allegheny Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Allegheny Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Allegheny 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 West Allegheny 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
#486 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Allegheny Middle School's ranking?
West Allegheny Middle School is ranked #486 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Allegheny Middle School often compared to?
West Allegheny Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moon Area Upper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Allegheny Middle School?
767 students attend West Allegheny Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Allegheny Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Allegheny Middle School?
West Allegheny Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Allegheny Middle School offer ?
West Allegheny Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Allegheny Middle School part of?
West Allegheny Middle School is part of West Allegheny School District.
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