Newport High School is a public high school located in Newport, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Newport School District. Newport High School serves the borough of Newport; Buffalo Township, Howe Township, Juniata Township, Miller Township, and Oliver Township. In 2016, there were 311 pupils in 9th through 12th grades.
Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Newport Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newport Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Newport school district, covering approximately 71.5 square miles around Newport, PA. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newport Middle School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve, Continue to Learn
School Rankings
Newport Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1814 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Middle School's ranking?
Newport Middle School is ranked #1814 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Newport Middle School?
228 students attend Newport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Newport Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Middle School?
Newport Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newport Middle School offer ?
Newport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newport Middle School part of?
Newport Middle School is part of Newport School District.
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