Serving 836 students in grades 7-8, Canon-mcmillan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canonsburg MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 56.1 square miles in Canonsburg, PA. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canon-mcmillan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Canon-mcmillan Middle School's student population of 836 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
836 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canon-mcmillan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canon-mcmillan Middle School is 0.26, which is less 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
#542 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canon-mcmillan Middle School's ranking?
Canon-mcmillan Middle School is ranked #542 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Canon-mcmillan Middle School?
836 students attend Canon-mcmillan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Canon-mcmillan Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canon-mcmillan Middle School?
Canon-mcmillan Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canon-mcmillan Middle School offer ?
Canon-mcmillan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canon-mcmillan Middle School part of?
Canon-mcmillan Middle School is part of Canon-Mcmillan School District.
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