Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, Beaver Falls Middle School 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beaver Falls MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Beaver Falls, PA, covering approximately 22.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beaver Falls Middle School's student population of 360 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Beaver Falls Middle School 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 Beaver Falls Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2217 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
45%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
24%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaver Falls Middle School's ranking?
Beaver Falls Middle School is ranked #2217 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Beaver Falls Middle School often compared to?
Beaver Falls Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Valley Middle School, Aliquippa Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Beaver Falls Middle School?
360 students attend Beaver Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Beaver Falls Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beaver Falls Middle School?
Beaver Falls Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beaver Falls Middle School offer ?
Beaver Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beaver Falls Middle School part of?
Beaver Falls Middle School is part of Big Beaver Falls Area School District.
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