Serving 403 students in grades 6-8, Charles A Huston 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles A Huston Middle School's student population of 403 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Charles A Huston 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 Charles A Huston 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
#2035 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles A Huston Middle School's ranking?
Charles A Huston Middle School is ranked #2035 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Charles A Huston Middle School?
403 students attend Charles A Huston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Charles A Huston Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles A Huston Middle School?
Charles A Huston Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles A Huston Middle School offer ?
Charles A Huston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles A Huston Middle School part of?
Charles A Huston Middle School is part of Burrell School District.
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