Serving 231 students in grades 6-8, Sharpsville Area 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sharpsville Area Middle School's student population of 231 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sharpsville Area 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 Sharpsville Area Middle School is 0.21, 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
#1478 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sharpsville Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharpsville Area Middle School's ranking?
Sharpsville Area Middle School is ranked #1478 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sharpsville Area Middle School often compared to?
Sharpsville Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharon Middle School, Delahunty Middle School, Greenville Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sharpsville Area Middle School?
231 students attend Sharpsville Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sharpsville Area Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharpsville Area Middle School?
Sharpsville Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharpsville Area Middle School offer ?
Sharpsville Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharpsville Area Middle School part of?
Sharpsville Area Middle School is part of Sharpsville Area School District.
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