Serving 286 students in grades 7-8, Sharon 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 9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sharon Middle School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Sharon 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 Sharon Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2305 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
29%
14%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
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 Sharon Middle School's ranking?
Sharon Middle School is ranked #2305 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sharon Middle School often compared to?
Sharon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharpsville Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Middle School?
286 students attend Sharon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sharon Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon Middle School?
Sharon Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharon Middle School offer ?
Sharon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharon Middle School part of?
Sharon Middle School is part of Sharon City School District.
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