Very Good
#843 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 30% in state
Mount Nittany MS
Middle School · State College Area SD
656 Brandywine Dr, State College, PA 16801
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#843 of 2,846
In State College
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
State College Area SD
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Mount Nittany MS
Middle School in State College · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mount Nittany MS
Mount Nittany MS is a public middle school in State College, PA, part of State College Area SD. Mount Nittany MS serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Nittany MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #843 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Nittany MS show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Mount Nittany MS — Students at Mount Nittany MS score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23%
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: 5.9/10.
How Mount Nittany MS Compares
See how Mount Nittany 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
656 Brandywine Dr, State College, PA 16801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Nittany MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. State College Area HS (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ferguson Twp El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Pine Grove Mills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Radio Park El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in State College, see our State College schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Nittany El Sch State College | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Boalsburg | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL State College | 0.8 mi | — |
| STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL State College | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Nittany Valley CS State College | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Easterly Parkway El Sch State College | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Spring Creek El Sch State College | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| State College Area HS State College | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| BENNETT FAMILY CENTER University Park | 2.7 mi | — |
| OUR CHILDREN'S CENTER State College | 2.7 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY CATHOLIC SCHOOL State College | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| NITTANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL State College | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Corl Street El Sch State College | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Young Scholars of Central PA CS State College | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LEARNING STATION State College | 4.1 mi | — |
| Radio Park El Sch State College | 4.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Centre Learning Community CS State College | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER State College | 5.0 mi | — |
| MEADOWS SCHOOL Centre Hall | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Ferguson Twp El Sch Pine Grove Mills | 5.7 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,821
Median Home Value
$400,400
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,153
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
27.2
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|---|---|
| Perkiomen Valley MS-East Collegeville, PA | 7.4 |
| Southern Lehigh MS Center Valley, PA | 7.4 |
| Springfield Twp MS Oreland, PA | 7.4 |
| Hillcrest Intermediate Sch North Huntingdon, PA | 7.5 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch Ephrata, PA | 7.3 |
| Harlan Rowe MS Athens, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Nittany MS
What grades does Mount Nittany MS serve?
Mount Nittany MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Nittany MS?
Mount Nittany MS has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Nittany MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Nittany 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 Mount Nittany MS rank in PA?
Mount Nittany MS ranks #843 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mount Nittany MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Nittany MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Mount Nittany MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Nittany MS has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Nittany MS a charter school?
No, Mount Nittany MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Nittany MS a Title I school?
No, Mount Nittany MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Nittany MS?
23.0% of students at Mount Nittany 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
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Centre County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (814) 466-5133
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District
State College Area SD- District Enrollment
- 6,712
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,929
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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