Very Good
#895 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 31% in state
Moon Area Upper MS
Middle School · Moon Area SD
8353 University Blvd., Moon Township, PA 15108
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#895 of 2,846
In Moon Township
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Moon Area SD
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Moon Area Upper MS
Middle School in Moon Township · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Moon Area Upper MS
Moon Area Upper MS is a public middle school in Moon Township, PA, part of Moon Area SD. Moon Area Upper MS serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Moon Area Upper MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #895 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Moon Area Upper MS show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Moon Area Upper MS — Students at Moon Area Upper MS score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
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
↓ 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: 6.6/10.
How Moon Area Upper MS Compares
See how Moon Area Upper 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 Upper MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Moon Area Lower MS (rated 8.4/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quaker Valley MS (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sewickley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moon Township, see our Moon Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Moon Area Lower MS Moon Township | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch Ephrata, PA | 7.3 |
| Harlan Rowe MS Athens, PA | 7.3 |
| Penn MS Jeannette, PA | 7.3 |
| Philipsburg-Osceola Area MS Philipsburg, PA | 7.3 |
| Pine-Richland MS Gibsonia, PA | 7.3 |
| Central Columbia MS Bloomsburg, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moon Area Upper MS
What grades does Moon Area Upper MS serve?
Moon Area Upper MS serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Moon Area Upper MS?
Moon Area Upper MS has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moon Area Upper MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Moon Area Upper MS is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moon Area Upper MS rank in PA?
Moon Area Upper MS ranks #895 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Moon Area Upper MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Moon Area Upper MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Moon Area Upper MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moon Area Upper MS has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Moon Area Upper MS a charter school?
No, Moon Area Upper MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moon Area Upper MS a Title I school?
No, Moon Area Upper MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moon Area Upper MS?
27.8% of students at Moon Area Upper 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- 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
- #8 of 8
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