Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Slippery Rock Area Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Slippery Rock Area MS serves a large attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Slippery Rock, PA, encompassing approximately 139.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.4 miles and the furthest edge located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slippery Rock Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Slippery Rock Area Middle School's student population of 404 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Slippery Rock Area Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slippery Rock Area Middle School is 0.12, 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
#647 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Slippery Rock Area Middle School's ranking?
Slippery Rock Area Middle School is ranked #647 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Slippery Rock Area Middle School?
404 students attend Slippery Rock Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Slippery Rock Area Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slippery Rock Area Middle School?
Slippery Rock Area Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Slippery Rock Area Middle School offer ?
Slippery Rock Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slippery Rock Area Middle School part of?
Slippery Rock Area Middle School is part of Slippery Rock Area School District.
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