Serving 615 students in grades 5-7, Greater Johnstown 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 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greater Johnstown Middle School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Johnstown, PA, covering approximately 29.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various locations within the zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greater Johnstown Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Greater Johnstown 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 Greater Johnstown Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2564 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
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)58.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Johnstown Middle School's ranking?
Greater Johnstown Middle School is ranked #2564 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greater Johnstown Middle School often compared to?
Greater Johnstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greater Johnstown Middle School?
615 students attend Greater Johnstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Greater Johnstown Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greater Johnstown Middle School?
Greater Johnstown Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Johnstown Middle School offer ?
Greater Johnstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greater Johnstown Middle School part of?
Greater Johnstown Middle School is part of Greater Johnstown School District.
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