Below Average
#2500 of 2,846 schools in PA
West Mifflin Area MS
Middle School · West Mifflin Area SD
81 Commonwealth Ave, West Mifflin, PA 15122
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,500 of 2,846
In West Mifflin
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
West Mifflin Area SD
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West Mifflin Area MS
Middle School in West Mifflin · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
West Mifflin Area HS
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About West Mifflin Area MS
West Mifflin Area MS is a public middle school in West Mifflin, PA, part of West Mifflin Area SD. West Mifflin Area MS serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Mifflin Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,500 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for West Mifflin Area MS show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at West Mifflin Area MS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Mifflin Area MS — Students at West Mifflin Area MS score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
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: 2.1/10.
How West Mifflin Area MS Compares
See how West Mifflin 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
81 Commonwealth Ave, West Mifflin, PA 15122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Mifflin Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dickson Prep STEAM Academy (rated 6.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Swissvale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steel Valley MS (rated 4.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Munhall), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Founders Hall Middle Sch (rated 2.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Mckeesport), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Mifflin, see our West Mifflin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Mifflin Area HS West Mifflin | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Homeville El Sch West Mifflin | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Duquesne El Sch Duquesne | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Steel Valley SHS Munhall | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Steel Valley MS Munhall | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL Munhall | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL-MUNHALL Homestead | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Park El Sch Munhall | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Twin Rivers El Sch Mckeesport | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Propel CS-Braddock Hills Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Propel CS-McKeesport Pittsburgh | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Barrett El Sch Homestead | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Mifflin K-8 Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Propel CS-Homestead Pittsburgh | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| South Allegheny El Sch Port Vue | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport | 3.1 mi | 2.3 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,984
Median Home Value
$131,400
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
18,939
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
46
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Mifflin Area MS
What grades does West Mifflin Area MS serve?
West Mifflin Area MS serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend West Mifflin Area MS?
West Mifflin Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Mifflin Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at West Mifflin Area MS is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Mifflin Area MS rank in PA?
West Mifflin Area MS ranks #2,500 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is West Mifflin Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
West Mifflin Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 West Mifflin Area MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Mifflin Area MS has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West Mifflin Area MS a charter school?
No, West Mifflin Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Mifflin Area MS a Title I school?
No, West Mifflin Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Mifflin Area MS?
100.0% of students at West Mifflin 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 786
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (412) 466-9131
Resources & Links
District
West Mifflin Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,400
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,806
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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