Serving 707 students in grades 6-8, Mount Nittany MiddleSchool 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 40% (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 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool's student population of 707 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Nittany MiddleSchool is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Nittany MiddleSchool's ranking?
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool is ranked #625 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mount Nittany MiddleSchool often compared to?
Mount Nittany MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Forest MiddleSchool 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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mount Nittany MiddleSchool?
707 students attend Mount Nittany MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mount Nittany MiddleSchool students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Nittany MiddleSchool?
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount Nittany MiddleSchool offer ?
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mount Nittany MiddleSchool part of?
Mount Nittany MiddleSchool is part of State College Area SD School District.
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