Serving 859 students in grades 6-8, South Fayette Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Fayette MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mc Donald, PA, encompassing approximately 20.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fayette Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Fayette Middle School's student population of 859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
859 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Fayette Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fayette Middle School is 0.52, 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
#176 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fayette Middle School's ranking?
South Fayette Middle School is ranked #176 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Fayette Middle School?
859 students attend South Fayette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Fayette Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fayette Middle School?
South Fayette Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Fayette Middle School offer ?
South Fayette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Fayette Middle School part of?
South Fayette Middle School is part of South Fayette Township School District.
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