Pittston Area Middle School

Pittston Area Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 5-8
120 New St,  Pittston, PA
Pittston Area School District
1.0
2.3
959 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
46%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
56
Full Time Teachers
56
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.8%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
4%
State Average
15.6%
Science
31.4%
State Average
29.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
1,018:1

Student Diversity

Male
50%
Female
50%
White
78.5%
Hispanic
11.9%
Black
5.4%
Two or more races
2.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
1.0 4 Reviews
1.0 Parent
8/13/2023
They are a trashy school I do NOT RECCOMEND THIS SCHOOL!! It is all drama there! My son comes home and tells me that there is always fights and drama there if you are looking for a school I would rather go somewhere else!! Than take your kid here he is not gonna be able to concentrate with all the drama there!
GreatSchools Reviews
2.3 3 Reviews
1.0 parent
2/14/2020
My experience is ok. We do get loaded with work for no reason. But the school does plan fun things.
1.0 parent
4/27/2014
This school is the worst school ever if your child needs any additional help, testing, outside resources, etc. They have unqualified people evaluating your child, and when you have a problem they won't give you any help. It's ridiculous how many parents sure this school district for lack of help etc...
5.0 other
2/17/2014
I am currently a 8th grade student at the middle school and to be honest, it is a great school despite all the bad rumors. The teachers are the nicest and you learn very well. There are so many clubs and activities you can do if you don't play a sport. If you do play a sport (which I do) it's amazin...

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Pittston Area Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-8 in Pittston, PA, in the Hughestown neighborhood, and is served by the Pittston Area School District in Pennsylvania. The school has a total enrollment of 959 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 15% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Pittston Area Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $205,665. Discover additional schools in the area, like Wyoming Area Secondary Center, Pittston Area Senior High School, Triboro Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Pittston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pittston Area Middle School.

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