J R Fugett Middle School

500 Ellis Ln
West Chester, PA 19380
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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7/
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Top 50%
Serving 930 students in grades 6-8, J R Fugett 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 930 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 50%)
  • : J R Fugett MS serves the northern part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching a maximum of 5.7 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

J R Fugett Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

J R Fugett Middle School's student population of 930 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
930 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers

School Rankings

J R Fugett 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 J R Fugett Middle School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#860 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
40%
38%
74%
55%
64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
66%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
34%
0.53
(22-23)
10.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is J R Fugett Middle School's ranking?
J R Fugett Middle School is ranked #860 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are J R Fugett Middle School often compared to?
J R Fugett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E N Peirce Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend J R Fugett Middle School?
930 students attend J R Fugett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of J R Fugett Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J R Fugett Middle School?
J R Fugett Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does J R Fugett Middle School offer ?
J R Fugett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J R Fugett Middle School part of?
J R Fugett Middle School is part of West Chester Area School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 930 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 74% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 50%)
  • : J R Fugett MS serves the northern part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching a maximum of 5.7 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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