Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Southmoreland MiddleSchool 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 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southmoreland MiddleSchool's student population of 425 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southmoreland MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southmoreland MiddleSchool is 0.10, 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
#1831 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southmoreland MiddleSchool's ranking?
Southmoreland MiddleSchool is ranked #1831 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Southmoreland MiddleSchool?
425 students attend Southmoreland MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Southmoreland MiddleSchool students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southmoreland MiddleSchool?
Southmoreland MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southmoreland MiddleSchool offer ?
Southmoreland MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southmoreland MiddleSchool part of?
Southmoreland MiddleSchool is part of Southmoreland SD School District.
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