Below Average
#2392 of 2,846 schools in PA
Dallas MS
Middle School · Dallas SD
PO Box 2000, Dallas, PA 18612
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,392 of 2,846
In Dallas
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Dallas SD
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Dallas MS
Middle School in Dallas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Wycallis Primary Center
0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Dallas Intermediate Sch
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Dallas MS
Dallas MS is a public middle school in Dallas, PA, part of Dallas SD. Dallas MS serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dallas MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,392 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Dallas MS show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Dallas MS — Students at Dallas MS score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Dallas MS Compares
See how Dallas MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 2000, Dallas, PA 18612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dallas MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wyoming Valley West MS (rated 3.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Kingston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wycallis Primary Center Dallas | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Dallas Intermediate Sch Dallas | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Dallas SHS Dallas | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| IM BIG NOW LEARNING CENTER Shavertown | 2.6 mi | — |
| TRUCKSVILLE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Trucksville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Lehman-Jackson El Sch Lehman | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lehman | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Lake-Lehman JSHS Lehman | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| West Side Career & Technology Center Kingston | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 5.8 mi | 4.2 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 5.6 mi | 3.3 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 6.1 mi | 7.2 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 6.0 mi | — |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 6.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 6.4 mi | 3.0 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 6.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,022
Median Home Value
$250,700
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
17,754
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Harding Warren G MS Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
| Penn Cambria MS Gallitzin, PA | 4.3 |
| Valley View MS Archbald, PA | 4.3 |
| West York Area MS York, PA | 4.3 |
| Wilson Southern MS West Lawn, PA | 4.3 |
| Red Lion Area JHS Red Lion, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dallas MS
What grades does Dallas MS serve?
Dallas MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dallas MS?
Dallas MS has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dallas MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Dallas MS is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dallas MS rank in PA?
Dallas MS ranks #2,392 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Dallas MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Dallas MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dallas MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dallas MS has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dallas MS a charter school?
No, Dallas MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dallas MS a Title I school?
No, Dallas MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dallas MS?
34.4% of students at Dallas MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 619
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (570) 674-7245
Resources & Links
District
Dallas SD- District Enrollment
- 2,445
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,386
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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