Serving 706 students in grades 7-8, Williamsport 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 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williamsport Area MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Williamsport, PA, encompassing approximately 101.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 6.3 miles, and the furthest edge located 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williamsport Area Middle School's student population of 706 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Williamsport 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 Williamsport Area Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1752 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Millionaires
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsport Area Middle School's ranking?
Williamsport Area Middle School is ranked #1752 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Williamsport Area Middle School?
706 students attend Williamsport Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Williamsport Area Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamsport Area Middle School?
Williamsport Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williamsport Area Middle School offer ?
Williamsport Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsport Area Middle School part of?
Williamsport Area Middle School is part of Williamsport Area School District.
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