Serving 254 students in grades 7-8, Sharon Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sharon, PA, covering approximately 3.8 square miles. The zone is typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to its boundary and extending up to 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sharon Middle School's student population of 254 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sharon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2275 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon Middle School's ranking?
Sharon Middle School is ranked #2275 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sharon Middle School often compared to?
Sharon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharpsville Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Middle School?
254 students attend Sharon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sharon Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon Middle School?
Sharon Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharon Middle School offer ?
Sharon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharon Middle School part of?
Sharon Middle School is part of Sharon City School District.
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