Serving 325 students in grades 6-8, Trafford MiddleSchool ranks in the top 20% 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trafford MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Trafford MiddleSchool's student population of 325 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trafford MiddleSchool ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trafford MiddleSchool is 0.12, 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
#508 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Trafford MiddleSchool's ranking?
Trafford MiddleSchool is ranked #508 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Trafford MiddleSchool often compared to?
Trafford MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwin MiddleSchool, Greensburg-salem MiddleSchool, Penn MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Trafford MiddleSchool?
325 students attend Trafford MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Trafford MiddleSchool students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trafford MiddleSchool?
Trafford MiddleSchool has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trafford MiddleSchool offer ?
Trafford MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Trafford MiddleSchool part of?
Trafford MiddleSchool is part of Penn-Trafford SD School District.
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