Towanda Area Middle School serves 586 students in grades 5-8.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
98%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Towanda Area Middle School?
586 students attend Towanda Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Towanda Area Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Towanda Area Middle School offer ?
Towanda Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Towanda Area Middle School part of?
Towanda Area Middle School is part of Towanda Area School District.
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