Serving 383 students in grades 5-8, Wattsburg Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wattsburg Area Middle School serves the entire school district in Erie, PA, covering an area of approximately 143.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wattsburg Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Wattsburg Area Middle School's student population of 383 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wattsburg Area 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 Wattsburg Area 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
#1088 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wattsburg Area Middle School's ranking?
Wattsburg Area Middle School is ranked #1088 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wattsburg Area Middle School?
383 students attend Wattsburg Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wattsburg Area Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wattsburg Area Middle School?
Wattsburg Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wattsburg Area Middle School offer ?
Wattsburg Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wattsburg Area Middle School part of?
Wattsburg Area Middle School is part of Wattsburg Area School District.
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