Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Derry Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 9% 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: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Derry Area MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire Derry Area School District in Derry, PA, covering approximately 97.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Derry Area Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Derry Area Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Derry Area Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1029 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derry Area Middle School's ranking?
Derry Area Middle School is ranked #1029 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Derry Area Middle School often compared to?
Derry Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greater Latrobe Junior High School, Greensburg-salem Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Derry Area Middle School?
440 students attend Derry Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Derry Area Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derry Area Middle School?
Derry Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Derry Area Middle School offer ?
Derry Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Derry Area Middle School part of?
Derry Area Middle School is part of Derry Area School District.
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