Serving 562 students in grades 5-8, Susquenita 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 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Susquenita Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Duncannon, PA, covering approximately 91.7 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 9.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susquenita Middle School's student population of 562 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Susquenita 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 Susquenita Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1812 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susquenita Middle School's ranking?
Susquenita Middle School is ranked #1812 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Susquenita Middle School often compared to?
Susquenita Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Perry Middle School, Susquenita Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Susquenita Middle School?
562 students attend Susquenita Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Susquenita Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susquenita Middle School?
Susquenita Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Susquenita Middle School offer ?
Susquenita Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susquenita Middle School part of?
Susquenita Middle School is part of Susquenita School District.
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