Serving 716 students in grades 6-7, J.e. Harrison 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 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pittsburgh, PA, encompassing approximately 10.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 2.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.e. Harrison Middle School's student population of 716 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
716 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 Calendar
School Rankings
J.e. Harrison 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 J.e. Harrison Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1418 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
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)23%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.e. Harrison Middle School's ranking?
J.e. Harrison Middle School is ranked #1418 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are J.e. Harrison Middle School often compared to?
J.e. Harrison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitehall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend J.e. Harrison Middle School?
716 students attend J.e. Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of J.e. Harrison Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.e. Harrison Middle School?
J.e. Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.e. Harrison Middle School offer ?
J.e. Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J.e. Harrison Middle School part of?
J.e. Harrison Middle School is part of Baldwin-Whitehall School District.
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