Serving 593 students in grades 5-6, Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool's ranking?
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool is ranked #666 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool?
593 students attend Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool?
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool offer ?
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool part of?
Moon Area Lower MiddleSchool is part of Moon Area SD School District.
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