Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, Windber 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 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Windber Area MS's attendance zone covers the entire Windber school district, encompassing approximately 57.6 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to its edges and a maximum reach of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Windber Area Middle School's student population of 300 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Windber 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 Windber Area Middle School is 0.22, 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
#923 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windber Area Middle School's ranking?
Windber Area Middle School is ranked #923 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Windber Area Middle School often compared to?
Windber Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star East Middle School, Somerset Area Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Windber Area Middle School?
300 students attend Windber Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Windber Area Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windber Area Middle School?
Windber Area Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Windber Area Middle School offer ?
Windber Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windber Area Middle School part of?
Windber Area Middle School is part of Windber Area School District.
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