Serving 925 students in grades 6-8, Peters Twp Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peters Twp Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peters Twp Middle School's student population of 925 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peters Twp Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peters Twp Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peters Twp Middle School's ranking?
Peters Twp Middle School is ranked #199 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Peters Twp Middle School?
925 students attend Peters Twp Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Peters Twp Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peters Twp Middle School?
Peters Twp Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peters Twp Middle School offer ?
Peters Twp Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Peters Twp Middle School part of?
Peters Twp Middle School is part of Peters Township School District.
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