Serving 619 students in grades 7-8, Fort Couch Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 90% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Couch 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
Fort Couch Middle School's student population of 619 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
Campus Size
10
School Motto
Unity - Success - Character
School Rankings
Fort Couch Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Couch 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
#115 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Fort Couch Middle School's ranking?
Fort Couch Middle School is ranked #115 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fort Couch Middle School often compared to?
Fort Couch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David E Williams 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 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fort Couch Middle School?
619 students attend Fort Couch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Fort Couch Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Couch Middle School?
Fort Couch Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Couch Middle School offer ?
Fort Couch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Couch Middle School part of?
Fort Couch Middle School is part of Upper St. Clair School District.
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