Serving 621 students in grades 7-8, Moon Area Upper Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moon Area Upper MS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire district in Coraopolis, PA, encompassing approximately 26.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moon Area Upper Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Moon Area Upper Middle School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moon Area Upper Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moon Area Upper Middle School is 0.43, 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
#638 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Moon Area Upper Middle School's ranking?
Moon Area Upper Middle School is ranked #638 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Moon Area Upper Middle School often compared to?
Moon Area Upper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Allegheny Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Moon Area Upper Middle School?
621 students attend Moon Area Upper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Moon Area Upper Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moon Area Upper Middle School?
Moon Area Upper Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moon Area Upper Middle School offer ?
Moon Area Upper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moon Area Upper Middle School part of?
Moon Area Upper Middle School is part of Moon Area School District.
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