Serving 410 students in grades 6-8, Southmoreland 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 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southmoreland MS is located in Scottdale, PA, and its attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 42.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southmoreland Middle School's student population of 410 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southmoreland 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 Southmoreland Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1590 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Southmoreland Middle School's ranking?
Southmoreland Middle School is ranked #1590 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Southmoreland Middle School?
410 students attend Southmoreland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southmoreland Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southmoreland Middle School?
Southmoreland Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southmoreland Middle School offer ?
Southmoreland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southmoreland Middle School part of?
Southmoreland Middle School is part of Southmoreland School District.
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