Serving 589 students in grades 7-8, Shaler Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SHALER AREA MS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district, located in Glenshaw, PA, and spans approximately 14.7 square miles. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shaler Area Middle School's student population of 589 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
589 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Shaler 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 Shaler Area Middle School is 0.26, 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
#1338 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-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 Shaler Area Middle School's ranking?
Shaler Area Middle School is ranked #1338 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shaler Area Middle School?
589 students attend Shaler Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Shaler Area Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaler Area Middle School?
Shaler Area Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shaler Area Middle School offer ?
Shaler Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shaler Area Middle School part of?
Shaler Area Middle School is part of Shaler Area School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
As a student, I absolutely abhor Shaler's teaching methods, Shaler's students, and everything else. The teachers are either mediocre, or downright awful, and recently one teacher was even arrested. The diversity is zero to none, and I'm constantly surrounded by unlikeable students all day long. I highly recommend avoiding this awful place at all costs if you value your life.
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