Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Wilson Southern Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Southern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilson Southern Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Southern Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Southern Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#1981 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
10%
14%
White
50%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Southern Middle School's ranking?
Wilson Southern Middle School is ranked #1981 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wilson Southern Middle School often compared to?
Wilson Southern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Southern Middle School?
767 students attend Wilson Southern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wilson Southern Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Southern Middle School?
Wilson Southern Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Southern Middle School offer ?
Wilson Southern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wilson Southern Middle School part of?
Wilson Southern Middle School is part of Wilson School District.
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