Rochester Area Middle School serves 248 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 22% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
22%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Rochester Area Middle School?
248 students attend Rochester Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rochester Area Middle School students are White, and 22% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester Area Middle School?
Rochester Area Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester Area Middle School offer ?
Rochester Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rochester Area Middle School part of?
Rochester Area Middle School is part of Rochester Area School District.
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