Portage Area Middle School serves 293 students in grades 4-7.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-7
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
99%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Portage Area Middle School?
293 students attend Portage Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Portage Area Middle School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portage Area Middle School?
Portage Area Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portage Area Middle School offer ?
Portage Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-7
What school district is Portage Area Middle School part of?
Portage Area Middle School is part of Portage Area School District.
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