Serving 479 students in grades 6-8, Knoch Middle School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knoch MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saxonburg, PA, covering approximately 95.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary reaching 8.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knoch Middle School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knoch 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 Knoch Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1068 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knoch Middle School's ranking?
Knoch Middle School is ranked #1068 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Knoch Middle School?
479 students attend Knoch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Knoch Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knoch Middle School?
Knoch Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Knoch Middle School offer ?
Knoch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knoch Middle School part of?
Knoch Middle School is part of Knoch School District.
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