Carson MiddleSchool

200 Hillvue Lane
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Carson 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 77% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 659 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Carson MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Carson MiddleSchool's student population of 659 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
659 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
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School Rankings

Carson 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 Carson MiddleSchool is 0.35, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (PA)
#526 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
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41%
38%
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77%
55%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
10%
4%
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Hispanic
4%
14%
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Black
2%
14%
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White
80%
63%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
4%
5%
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0.35
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Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carson MiddleSchool's ranking?
Carson MiddleSchool is ranked #526 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carson MiddleSchool often compared to?
Carson MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chartiers Valley MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Carson MiddleSchool?
659 students attend Carson MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Carson MiddleSchool students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson MiddleSchool?
Carson MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carson MiddleSchool offer ?
Carson MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carson MiddleSchool part of?
Carson MiddleSchool is part of North Allegheny SD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 659 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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