Serving 803 students in grades 3-5, South Fayette Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: South Fayette Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in McDonald, PA, covering approximately 20.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fayette Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Fayette Intermediate School's student population of 803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
803 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
South Fayette Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fayette Intermediate School is 0.55, 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
#55 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-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 South Fayette Intermediate School's ranking?
South Fayette Intermediate School is ranked #55 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Fayette Intermediate School often compared to?
South Fayette Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Fayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Fayette Intermediate School?
803 students attend South Fayette Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Fayette Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fayette Intermediate School?
South Fayette Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Intermediate School offer ?
South Fayette Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Fayette Intermediate School part of?
South Fayette Intermediate School is part of South Fayette Township School District.
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