Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Mellon Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mellon MS serves a central area of approximately 2.8 square miles in Pittsburgh, PA, where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles away, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mellon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mellon Middle School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Mellon Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mellon Middle School is 0.32, 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
#158 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mellon Middle School's ranking?
Mellon Middle School is ranked #158 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mellon Middle School often compared to?
Mellon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Pittsburgh Obama 6-12, Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mellon Middle School?
661 students attend Mellon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mellon Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mellon Middle School?
Mellon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mellon Middle School offer ?
Mellon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mellon Middle School part of?
Mellon Middle School is part of MT Lebanon School District.
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