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Selinsgrove Area MS

Middle School · Selinsgrove Area SD

359 Seals Avenue, Selinsgrove, PA 17870

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,584 of 2,846

In Selinsgrove

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Selinsgrove Area SD

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Selinsgrove Area MS

6.1/10

Middle School in Selinsgrove · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Selinsgrove Intrmd Sch

6.8/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Selinsgrove Area HS

7.3/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Selinsgrove Area MS

Selinsgrove Area MS is a public middle school in Selinsgrove, PA, part of Selinsgrove Area SD. Selinsgrove Area MS serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Selinsgrove Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,584 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Selinsgrove Area MS show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above PA schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • PA avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.8% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,990
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Selinsgrove Area MS — Students at Selinsgrove Area MS score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.5% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.4% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
45.7%
ELA
60.3%
2024
Math
46.9%
ELA
58.5%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Selinsgrove Area MS Compares

See how Selinsgrove Area MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
44th percentile in PA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

359 Seals Avenue, Selinsgrove, PA 17870

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Selinsgrove Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHAPMAN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL-JOHN WAYNEGOOD-CHAIRMAN O (rated 5.1/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Port Trevorton), with a comparable rating. Another option is Shikellamy MS (rated 5.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Northumberland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COUNTY LINE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 2.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Winfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Selinsgrove, see our Selinsgrove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Selinsgrove Intrmd Sch Selinsgrove 0.1 mi 6.8
Selinsgrove Area HS Selinsgrove 0.2 mi 7.3
Selinsgrove Area El Sch Selinsgrove 0.3 mi 6.6
NEW STORY Selinsgrove 0.6 mi 6.7
KANTZ MENNONITE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Selinsgrove 2.4 mi
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Selinsgrove 3.0 mi
WINDY HILL SCHOOL Winfield 5.3 mi
MEADOW VIEW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Port Trevorton 5.5 mi
COUNTY LINE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Winfield 5.8 mi 2.9
SHADY GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Port Trevorton 6.0 mi
Shikellamy HS Sunbury 5.6 mi 4.9
CHAPMAN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL-JOHN WAYNEGOOD-CHAIRMAN O Port Trevorton 7.6 mi 5.1
NORTHUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northumberland 7.2 mi 5.3
Priestley Sch Northumberland 7.4 mi 6.3
SCHWABEN CREEK SCHOOL Herndon 7.4 mi
Chief Shikellamy Sch Sunbury 6.9 mi 5.4
Shikellamy MS Northumberland 7.4 mi 5.1
Oaklyn Sch Sunbury 6.9 mi 6.6
SUN Area Technical Institute New Berlin 7.6 mi
LOCUST GROVE SCHOOL Mount Pleasant Mills 7.7 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17870 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,921

Median Home Value

$230,300

Median Rent

$904/mo

Population

14,538

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Selinsgrove Area MS

What grades does Selinsgrove Area MS serve?

Selinsgrove Area MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Selinsgrove Area MS?

Selinsgrove Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Selinsgrove Area MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Selinsgrove Area MS is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Selinsgrove Area MS rank in PA?

Selinsgrove Area MS ranks #1,584 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Selinsgrove Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Selinsgrove Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Selinsgrove Area MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Selinsgrove Area MS has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Selinsgrove Area MS a charter school?

No, Selinsgrove Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Selinsgrove Area MS a Title I school?

No, Selinsgrove Area MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Selinsgrove Area MS?

49.4% of students at Selinsgrove 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Snyder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

Selinsgrove Area SD
District Enrollment
2,352
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,990
District Rank
#4 of 4

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