Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Stetson Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stetson Middle School serves the southeast part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 25.3 square miles. Most students typically drive 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stetson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stetson Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Stetson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stetson Middle School is 0.41, 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
#904 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
76%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stetson Middle School's ranking?
Stetson Middle School is ranked #904 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stetson Middle School often compared to?
Stetson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Valley Middle School, E N Peirce Middle School, Twin Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stetson Middle School?
808 students attend Stetson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Stetson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stetson Middle School?
Stetson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stetson Middle School offer ?
Stetson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stetson Middle School part of?
Stetson Middle School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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