Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Corry Area 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 11% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Corry Area MS is located in Corry, PA, and serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 210.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corry Area Middle School's student population of 415 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corry Area 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 Corry Area Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1479 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corry Area Middle School's ranking?
Corry Area Middle School is ranked #1479 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Corry Area Middle School?
415 students attend Corry Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Corry Area Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corry Area Middle School?
Corry Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Corry Area Middle School offer ?
Corry Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corry Area Middle School part of?
Corry Area Middle School is part of Corry Area School District.
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