Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Greensburg-salem 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greensburg-salem Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greensburg-salem Middle School's student population of 568 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greensburg-salem 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 Greensburg-salem Middle School is 0.42, which is less 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
#1603 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
75%
60%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greensburg-salem Middle School's ranking?
Greensburg-salem Middle School is ranked #1603 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greensburg-salem Middle School often compared to?
Greensburg-salem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greater Latrobe Junior High School, Brownsville Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greensburg-salem Middle School?
568 students attend Greensburg-salem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Greensburg-salem Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greensburg-salem Middle School?
Greensburg-salem Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greensburg-salem Middle School offer ?
Greensburg-salem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greensburg-salem Middle School part of?
Greensburg-salem Middle School is part of Greensburg Salem School District.
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