Tussey Mountain Junior/Senior High School is a comprehensive high school, located in extreme northeastern Bedford County, Pennsylvania serving around 525 students in grades 7–12.
Serving 272 students in grades 5-8, Tussey Mountain 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 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tussey Mountain Middle School's student population of 272 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Tussey Mountain 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 Tussey Mountain Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1774 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tussey Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Tussey Mountain Middle School is ranked #1774 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tussey Mountain Middle School?
272 students attend Tussey Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tussey Mountain Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tussey Mountain Middle School?
Tussey Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tussey Mountain Middle School offer ?
Tussey Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tussey Mountain Middle School part of?
Tussey Mountain Middle School is part of Tussey Mountain School District.
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