Very Good
#911 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 32% in state
Philipsburg-osceola Area MS
Middle School · Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD
200 Short St Suite A, Philipsburg, PA 16866
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#911 of 2,846
In Philipsburg
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Philipsburg-osceola Area MS
Middle School in Philipsburg · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Philipsburg-osceola Area HS
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Philipsburg EL Sch
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About Philipsburg-osceola Area MS
Philipsburg-osceola Area MS is a public middle school in Philipsburg, PA, part of Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD. Philipsburg-osceola Area MS serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Philipsburg-osceola Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #911 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Philipsburg-osceola Area MS show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Philipsburg-osceola Area MS — Students at Philipsburg-osceola Area MS score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
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
↓ 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: 8.6/10.
How Philipsburg-osceola Area MS Compares
See how Philipsburg-osceola Area 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
200 Short St Suite A, Philipsburg, PA 16866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philipsburg-osceola Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Branch MS (rated 7.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Morrisdale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tyrone Area MS (rated 5.0/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Tyrone), a more accessible option. For more schools in Philipsburg, see our Philipsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Philipsburg-Osceola Area HS Philipsburg | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Philipsburg El Sch Philipsburg | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Osceola Mills El Sch Osceola Mills | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| West Branch Area HS Morrisdale | 6.5 mi | 7.9 |
| West Branch MS Morrisdale | 6.5 mi | 7.0 |
| West Branch Area El Sch Morrisdale | 6.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Moshannon Valley JSHS Houtzdale | 9.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Moshannon Valley El Sch Houtzdale | 9.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda | 11.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Tyrone Area MS Tyrone | 14.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MATTHEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyrone | 14.8 mi | — |
| Tyrone Area HS Tyrone | 14.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Tyrone Area El Sch Tyrone | 15.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Clearfield County Career & Technology Center Clearfield | 13.7 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Clearfield | 13.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Clearfield | 14.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Clearfield Area JSHS Clearfield | 14.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Clearfield Area El Sch Clearfield | 14.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Gray's Woods El Sch Port Matilda | 15.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Curwensville Area JSHS Curwensville | 15.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,580
Median Home Value
$136,900
Median Rent
$681/mo
Population
8,924
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
45.3
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|---|---|
| Harlan Rowe MS Athens, PA | 7.3 |
| Penn MS Jeannette, PA | 7.3 |
| Fort LeBoeuf MS Waterford, PA | 7.2 |
| Hopewell El Sch Oxford, PA | 7.2 |
| Provident CS Pittsburgh, PA | 7.2 |
| Walnut Creek MS Fairview, PA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philipsburg-osceola Area MS
What grades does Philipsburg-osceola Area MS serve?
Philipsburg-osceola Area MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Philipsburg-osceola Area MS?
Philipsburg-osceola Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philipsburg-osceola Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Philipsburg-osceola Area MS is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philipsburg-osceola Area MS rank in PA?
Philipsburg-osceola Area MS ranks #911 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Philipsburg-osceola Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Philipsburg-osceola Area 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 Philipsburg-osceola Area MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philipsburg-osceola Area MS has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Philipsburg-osceola Area MS a charter school?
No, Philipsburg-osceola Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philipsburg-osceola Area MS a Title I school?
No, Philipsburg-osceola Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philipsburg-osceola Area MS?
53.1% of students at Philipsburg-osceola Area 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
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Clearfield County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (814) 342-4906
Resources & Links
District
Philipsburg-Osceola Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,595
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,129
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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