Fort Couch MS

Fort Couch MS serves 619 students in grades 7 through 8 in Pittsburgh's affluent suburban community. This regular public middle school maintains a favorable 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio with 47 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning an impressive 8.3 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #223 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania schools, placing it in the 92nd percentile statewide.

Students particularly excel in English Language Arts and Reading, with 89% achieving proficient or above levels across grade levels. Mathematics performance shows 68% of students reaching proficiency, indicating solid foundational skills in this subject area. Fort Couch MS benefits from its location in an exceptionally well-educated community where 71% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood in the 15241 ZIP code reflects strong economic stability, with a median household income of $144,448 and median home values of $364,800. The area's low poverty rate of just 2.3% among its 21,823 residents creates a supportive environment for educational achievement. The school operates within Pittsburgh's large suburban setting on Fort Couch Road, serving families in this thriving, education-focused community where academic success is both valued and well-supported.