Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, Sayre William L 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayre William L MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sayre William L MiddleSchool's student population of 382 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sayre William L MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sayre William L MiddleSchool is 0.19, 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
#2253 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
90%
14%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sayre William L MiddleSchool's ranking?
Sayre William L MiddleSchool is ranked #2253 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sayre William L MiddleSchool often compared to?
Sayre William L MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Philadelphia High School, Parkway West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sayre William L MiddleSchool?
The graduation rate of Sayre William L MiddleSchool is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sayre William L MiddleSchool?
382 students attend Sayre William L MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sayre William L MiddleSchool students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sayre William L MiddleSchool?
Sayre William L MiddleSchool has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sayre William L MiddleSchool offer ?
Sayre William L MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sayre William L MiddleSchool part of?
Sayre William L MiddleSchool is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Sayre William L MiddleSchool located?
Sayre William L MiddleSchool is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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