West Snyder Middle School serves 268 students in grades 4-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 79% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 72% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)79%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)72%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
How many students attend West Snyder Middle School?
268 students attend West Snyder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Snyder Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Snyder Middle School?
West Snyder Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Snyder Middle School offer ?
West Snyder Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is West Snyder Middle School part of?
West Snyder Middle School is part of Midd-West School District.
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