Serving 424 students in grades 9-12, Sayre William L 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayre William L Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sayre William L Middle School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Saber
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Rankings
Sayre William L 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 Sayre William L Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2253 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
90%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
7%
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 Sayre William L Middle School's ranking?
Sayre William L Middle School is ranked #2253 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sayre William L Middle School often compared to?
Sayre William L Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Philadelphia High School, Parkway West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sayre William L Middle School?
The graduation rate of Sayre William L Middle School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sayre William L Middle School?
424 students attend Sayre William L Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sayre William L Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sayre William L Middle School?
Sayre William L Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sayre William L Middle School offer ?
Sayre William L Middle School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sayre William L Middle School part of?
Sayre William L Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sayre William L Middle School located?
Sayre William L Middle School is located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 24 other public schools located in West Philadelphia.
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