Serving 323 students in grades 6-8, Tuscarora 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tuscarora Middle School serves the southwest part of Mifflintown, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 268 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles to the nearest boundaries and a maximum distance of 27.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tuscarora Middle School's student population of 323 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Tuscarora 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 Tuscarora Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1984 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Tuscarora Middle School's ranking?
Tuscarora Middle School is ranked #1984 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tuscarora Middle School?
323 students attend Tuscarora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tuscarora Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuscarora Middle School?
Tuscarora Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tuscarora Middle School offer ?
Tuscarora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tuscarora Middle School part of?
Tuscarora Middle School is part of Juniata County School District.
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