Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, West York Area 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 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West York Area MS's attendance zone covers the entire West York Area School District in York, PA, encompassing approximately 20.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West York Area Middle School's student population of 645 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West York Area 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 West York Area Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#2092 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
23%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 West York Area Middle School's ranking?
West York Area Middle School is ranked #2092 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West York Area Middle School often compared to?
West York Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Grove Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West York Area Middle School?
645 students attend West York Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West York Area Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West York Area Middle School?
West York Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West York Area Middle School offer ?
West York Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West York Area Middle School part of?
West York Area Middle School is part of West York Area School District.
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