Serving 492 students in grades 6-12, Burgettstown Middle School High 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 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burgettstown Middle School High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Burgettstown Middle School High School's student population of 492 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burgettstown Middle School High 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 Burgettstown Middle School High School is 0.12, 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
#1797 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burgettstown Middle School High School's ranking?
Burgettstown Middle School High School is ranked #1797 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Burgettstown Middle School High School often compared to?
Burgettstown Middle School High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Cherry Jr. Sr. High School, Avella Area Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
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 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Burgettstown Middle School High School?
The graduation rate of Burgettstown Middle School High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Burgettstown Middle School High School?
492 students attend Burgettstown Middle School High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Burgettstown Middle School High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burgettstown Middle School High School?
Burgettstown Middle School High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burgettstown Middle School High School offer ?
Burgettstown Middle School High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burgettstown Middle School High School part of?
Burgettstown Middle School High School is part of Burgettstown Area School District.
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