Serving 532 students in grades 6-8, Selinsgrove Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 12% 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: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Selinsgrove Area MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire Selinsgrove School District, covering approximately 104.9 square miles in Selinsgrove, PA. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 11.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Selinsgrove Area Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Selinsgrove Area Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selinsgrove Area Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1030 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Selinsgrove Area Middle School's ranking?
Selinsgrove Area Middle School is ranked #1030 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Selinsgrove Area Middle School?
532 students attend Selinsgrove Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Selinsgrove Area Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Selinsgrove Area Middle School?
Selinsgrove Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Selinsgrove Area Middle School offer ?
Selinsgrove Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Selinsgrove Area Middle School part of?
Selinsgrove Area Middle School is part of Selinsgrove Area School District.
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