Midd-West High School is a small, rural high school located at 540 E Main Street, Middleburg, Snyder County, Pennsylvania. It is the sole high school operated by Midd-West School District. In 2013, Midd-West High School's enrollment was 795 students in grades 8th through 12th.
Serving 769 students in grades 8-12, Midd-west High 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midd-west High School's student population of 769 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Midd-west High 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 Midd-west High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#876 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midd-west High School's ranking?
Midd-west High School is ranked #876 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Midd-west High School often compared to?
Midd-west High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Selinsgrove Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midd-west High School?
The graduation rate of Midd-west High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Midd-west High School?
769 students attend Midd-west High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Midd-west High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midd-west High School?
Midd-west High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midd-west High School offer ?
Midd-west High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midd-west High School part of?
Midd-west High School is part of Midd-West School District.
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