Serving 198 students in grades 6-8, Ridgway Area Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgway Area MS's attendance zone covers the entire district in Ridgway, PA, encompassing approximately 184.2 square miles. The zone extends up to 15.6 miles from the school, with a typical drive to the school averaging between 15 to 20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgway Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgway Area Middle School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students Will Discover Their Purpose for Today and Their Passion for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Ridgway Area 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 Ridgway Area Middle School is 0.13, 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
#471 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgway Area Middle School's ranking?
Ridgway Area Middle School is ranked #471 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ridgway Area Middle School?
198 students attend Ridgway Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ridgway Area Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgway Area Middle School?
Ridgway Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridgway Area Middle School offer ?
Ridgway Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgway Area Middle School part of?
Ridgway Area Middle School is part of Ridgway Area School District.
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