Serving 412 students in grades 5-6, Cecil Intrmd School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cecil Intermediate School serves the northern part of McDonald, PA, covering an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cecil Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cecil Intrmd School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cecil Intrmd 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 Cecil Intrmd School is 0.29, 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
#367 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
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 ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Cecil Intrmd School's ranking?
Cecil Intrmd School is ranked #367 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cecil Intrmd School often compared to?
Cecil Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Strabane Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% 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 Cecil Intrmd School?
412 students attend Cecil Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cecil Intrmd School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cecil Intrmd School?
Cecil Intrmd School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cecil Intrmd School offer ?
Cecil Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cecil Intrmd School part of?
Cecil Intrmd School is part of Canon-Mcmillan School District.
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