Serving 648 students in grades 6-8, Carson Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carson Middle School's student population of 648 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Carson Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#654 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Carson Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Middle School's ranking?
Carson Middle School is ranked #654 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Carson Middle School often compared to?
Carson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chartiers Valley Intrmd School, Keystone Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Carson Middle School?
648 students attend Carson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Carson Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Middle School?
Carson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carson Middle School offer ?
Carson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Middle School part of?
Carson Middle School is part of North Allegheny School District.
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