Prospect Middle School serves 245 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
23 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
40%
14%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Prospect Middle School?
245 students attend Prospect Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Prospect Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Prospect Middle School offer ?
Prospect Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prospect Middle School part of?
Prospect Middle School is part of Pittsburgh School District.
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