Serving 612 students in grades 5-7, Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool's student population of 612 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2361 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
39%
14%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool's ranking?
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool is ranked #2361 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool often compared to?
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchoolis 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool?
612 students attend Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool students are Black, 36% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool?
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool offer ?
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool part of?
Greater Johnstown MiddleSchool is part of Greater Johnstown SD School District.
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