South Allegheny Middle/High School is part of the South Allegheny School District located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. The building houses both middle school students and high school students. The school serves students from Glassport, Port Vue, Liberty, Lincoln, and parts of Elizabeth.
Serving 321 students in grades 6-8, South Allegheny 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 45% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Allegheny Middle School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
South Allegheny 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 South Allegheny Middle School is 0.47, 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
#2236 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
15%
14%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
South Allegheny Gladiator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Allegheny Middle School's ranking?
South Allegheny Middle School is ranked #2236 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Allegheny Middle School?
321 students attend South Allegheny Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of South Allegheny Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Allegheny Middle School?
South Allegheny Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Allegheny Middle School offer ?
South Allegheny Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Allegheny Middle School part of?
South Allegheny Middle School is part of South Allegheny School District.
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