Serving 342 students in grades 8, Meehan Austin 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meehan Austin MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meehan Austin MiddleSchool's student population of 342 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Meehan Austin 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 Meehan Austin MiddleSchool is 0.74, which is more 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
#2266 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
34%
14%
Black
29%
14%
White
23%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
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 Meehan Austin MiddleSchool's ranking?
Meehan Austin MiddleSchool is ranked #2266 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Meehan Austin MiddleSchool often compared to?
Meehan Austin MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Meehan Austin MiddleSchool?
342 students attend Meehan Austin MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Meehan Austin MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meehan Austin MiddleSchool?
Meehan Austin MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meehan Austin MiddleSchool offer ?
Meehan Austin MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Meehan Austin MiddleSchool part of?
Meehan Austin MiddleSchool is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
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