Serving 203 students in grades 6-8, South Side MiddleSchool 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 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Side MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Side MiddleSchool's student population of 203 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Side MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Side MiddleSchool is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1602 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Side MiddleSchool's ranking?
South Side MiddleSchool is ranked #1602 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Side MiddleSchool often compared to?
South Side MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Jhs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Side MiddleSchool?
203 students attend South Side MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Side MiddleSchool students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Side MiddleSchool?
South Side MiddleSchool has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Side MiddleSchool offer ?
South Side MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Side MiddleSchool part of?
South Side MiddleSchool is part of South Side Area SD School District.
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