Serving 819 students in grades 7-8, Norwin Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwin MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Irwin, PA, covering approximately 28.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwin 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
Norwin Middle School's student population of 819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
819 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Norwin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwin Middle School is 0.19, 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
#288 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwin Middle School's ranking?
Norwin Middle School is ranked #288 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Norwin Middle School often compared to?
Norwin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn Middle School, Greensburg-salem Middle School, Trafford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Norwin Middle School?
819 students attend Norwin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Norwin Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwin Middle School?
Norwin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norwin Middle School offer ?
Norwin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwin Middle School part of?
Norwin Middle School is part of Norwin School District.
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