Troy Area Middle School serves 464 students in grades 5-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 84% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 74% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)84%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)74%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
How many students attend Troy Area Middle School?
464 students attend Troy Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Troy Area Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy Area Middle School?
Troy Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Troy Area Middle School offer ?
Troy Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Troy Area Middle School part of?
Troy Area Middle School is part of Troy Area School District.
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