Serving 960 students in grades 6-8, Dorseyville Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorseyville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dorseyville Middle School's student population of 960 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Dorseyville 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 Dorseyville Middle School is 0.40, 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
#140 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Dorseyville Middle School's ranking?
Dorseyville Middle School is ranked #140 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dorseyville Middle School often compared to?
Dorseyville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingomar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dorseyville Middle School?
960 students attend Dorseyville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dorseyville Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorseyville Middle School?
Dorseyville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dorseyville Middle School offer ?
Dorseyville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorseyville Middle School part of?
Dorseyville Middle School is part of Fox Chapel Area School District.
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