Excellent
#307 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 11% in state
Moon Area Lower MS
Middle School · Moon Area SD
8353 University Blvd., Moon Township, PA 15108
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#307 of 2,846
In Moon Township
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Moon Area SD
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Moon Area Lower MS
Middle School in Moon Township · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Moon Area Upper MS
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Moon Area Shs
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About Moon Area Lower MS
Moon Area Lower MS is a public middle school in Moon Township, PA, part of Moon Area SD. Moon Area Lower MS serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Moon Area Lower MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Moon Area Lower MS show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Moon Area Lower MS — Students at Moon Area Lower MS score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Moon Area Lower MS Compares
See how Moon Area Lower 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
8353 University Blvd., Moon Township, PA 15108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moon Area Lower MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Quaker Valley MS (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Moon Area Upper MS (rated 7.3/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Moon Township, see our Moon Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Moon Area SHS Moon Township | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Moon Township | 2.6 mi | — |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SEWICKLEY ACADEMY Sewickley | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| J H Brooks El Sch Moon Township | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley | 2.5 mi | — |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Quaker Valley MS Sewickley | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Edgeworth El Sch Sewickley | 2.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Quaker Valley HS Leetsdale | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Osborne El Sch Sewickley | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Cornell HS Coraopolis | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| McCormick El Sch Moon Township | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| WATSON INSTITUTE Sewickley | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Coraopolis | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,703
Median Home Value
$255,200
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Population
42,782
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moon Area Lower MS
What grades does Moon Area Lower MS serve?
Moon Area Lower MS serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Moon Area Lower MS?
Moon Area Lower MS has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moon Area Lower MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Moon Area Lower MS is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moon Area Lower MS rank in PA?
Moon Area Lower MS ranks #307 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Moon Area Lower MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Moon Area Lower MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Moon Area Lower MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moon Area Lower MS has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Moon Area Lower MS a charter school?
No, Moon Area Lower MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moon Area Lower MS a Title I school?
No, Moon Area Lower MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moon Area Lower MS?
26.1% of students at Moon Area Lower 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (412) 264-9440
Resources & Links
District
Moon Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,113
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,890
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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