Serving 459 students in grades 6-8, St. Marys Area Middleschool 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 25% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Marys Area Middleschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Marys Area Middleschool's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Respect, Responsibility, Effort
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Learners for the 21st Century
School Rankings
St. Marys Area Middleschool 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 St. Marys Area Middleschool 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
#2076 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
White
94%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Marys Area Middleschool's ranking?
St. Marys Area Middleschool is ranked #2076 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?
25% 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 St. Marys Area Middleschool?
459 students attend St. Marys Area Middleschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of St. Marys Area Middleschool students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Marys Area Middleschool?
St. Marys Area Middleschool has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Marys Area Middleschool offer ?
St. Marys Area Middleschool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Marys Area Middleschool part of?
St. Marys Area Middleschool is part of Saint Marys Area School District.
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