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South Park MS
Middle School · South Park SD
2500 Stewart Rd, South Park, PA 15129
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,684 of 2,846
In South Park
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
South Park SD
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South Park MS
Middle School in South Park · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Park MS
South Park MS is a public middle school in South Park, PA, part of South Park SD. South Park MS serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. South Park MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,684 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for South Park MS show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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South Park MS — Students at South Park MS score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 5.5/10.
How South Park MS Compares
See how South Park 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
2500 Stewart Rd, South Park, PA 15129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Park MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Neil Armstrong 5-6 MS (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bethel Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Independence MS (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bethel Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Park, see our South Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Neil Armstrong 5-6 MS Bethel Park | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| South Park SHS South Park | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| South Park Elem Center South Park | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| William Penn El Sch Bethel Park | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER South Park | 1.7 mi | — |
| Benjamin Franklin El Sch Bethel Park | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Ringgold El Sch North Finleyville | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Bethel Park HS Bethel Park | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Bethel Memorial El Sch Bethel Park | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Independence MS Bethel Park | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| George Washington El Sch Bethel Park | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Gill Hall El Sch Jefferson Hills | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| McAnnulty El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| HILLCREST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel Park | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| McClellan El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| J.E. Harrison Education Ctr Pittsburgh | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln El Sch Pittsburgh | 4.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Whitehall El Sch Pittsburgh | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| AVE MARIA ACADEMY - BETHEL CAMPUS Pittsburgh | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,833
Median Home Value
$236,900
Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Population
10,553
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
43.6
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| 6th Grade Center Quakertown, PA | 5.9 |
| Central Cambria MS Ebensburg, PA | 5.9 |
| Dingman-Delaware MS Dingmans Ferry, PA | 5.9 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr Nanticoke, PA | 5.9 |
| Indiana Area JHS Indiana, PA | 5.9 |
| James Buchanan MS Mercersburg, PA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Park MS
What grades does South Park MS serve?
South Park MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend South Park MS?
South Park MS has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Park MS?
The student-teacher ratio at South Park MS is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Park MS rank in PA?
South Park MS ranks #1,684 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is South Park MS's MySchoolScout rating?
South Park MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 South Park MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Park MS has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Park MS a charter school?
No, South Park MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Park MS a Title I school?
No, South Park MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Park MS?
34.1% of students at South Park 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (412) 655-3111
Resources & Links
District
South Park SD- District Enrollment
- 1,839
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,299
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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