Serving 429 students in grades 5-8, Steel Valley 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steel Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Steel Valley Middle School's student population of 429 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Steel Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Rise
School Rankings
Steel Valley 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 Steel Valley Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2122 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
40%
14%
White
45%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steel Valley Middle School's ranking?
Steel Valley Middle School is ranked #2122 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Steel Valley Middle School often compared to?
Steel Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrett Elementary School, Propel Cs-homestead by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Steel Valley Middle School?
429 students attend Steel Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Steel Valley Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steel Valley Middle School?
Steel Valley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steel Valley Middle School offer ?
Steel Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Steel Valley Middle School part of?
Steel Valley Middle School is part of Steel Valley School District.
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