Serving 1,058 students in grades 5-8, Dubois Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dubois Area MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Du Bois, PA, covering approximately 258.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dubois Area Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,058 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Dubois 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 Dubois Area Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1369 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beavers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dubois Area Middle School's ranking?
Dubois Area Middle School is ranked #1369 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dubois Area Middle School?
1,058 students attend Dubois Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dubois Area Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dubois Area Middle School?
Dubois Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dubois Area Middle School offer ?
Dubois Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dubois Area Middle School part of?
Dubois Area Middle School is part of Dubois Area School District.
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