Tussey Mountain Middle School

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Tussey Mountain Middle School ranks 547 th of 891 Pennsylvania middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Tussey Mountain Middle School is a public middle school located in Saxton, Pennsylvania, serving grades 5-8 with a total enrollment of 270 students. The school is part of the Tussey Mountain School District, which is ranked 444 out of 610 school districts in Pennsylvania and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Tussey Mountain Middle School consistently performs below the state average in PSSA (Pennsylvania System of School Assessment) test scores across all grades and subjects. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's proficiency rates in Math (23.1%) and English Language Arts (46.5%) were significantly lower than the state averages of 40.4% and 53%, respectively. The school also struggles with the academic performance of certain student subgroups, with the school's White students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds ranking in the bottom 25% of Pennsylvania middle schools in these categories, with 1-star ratings from SchoolDigger. Additionally, Tussey Mountain Middle School has experienced higher dropout rates compared to the state average, with a 1.6% dropout rate in the 2022-2023 school year, compared to the state average of 0.4%.

When comparing Tussey Mountain Middle School to nearby middle schools, such as Bedford Middle School, it becomes evident that the school is underperforming academically. Bedford Middle School, located 19.8 miles away, consistently outperforms Tussey Mountain Middle School in PSSA test scores, with proficiency rates in Math and English Language Arts that are significantly higher than the state averages. This disparity in performance is likely due, in part, to the high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds at Tussey Mountain Middle School, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2022-2023 school year. However, the school's performance in certain areas, such as the academic achievement of its disabled student population, suggests that there may be opportunities for improvement with targeted interventions and support.

Detail:

Public 5-8

199 Front St
Saxton, PA 16678

(814) 635-2975

District: Tussey Mountain School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
547^th of 891 Pennsylvania Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $13,447

Students who attend Tussey Mountain Middle School usually attend:

High:

Tussey Mountain High School

Feeder schools for Tussey Mountain Middle School:

Elementary:

Tussey Mountain Elementary

Student/teacher ratio: 12.1

Number of students: 257

Racial breakdown:

White:

96.5%

Two or more races:

2.3%

African American:

0.4%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 100.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Tussey Mountain Middle School ranks worse than 61.4% of middle schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 40.99. (See more...)

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (96.5%), two or more races (2.3%), American Indian (0.4%). (See more...)

Compare Details 100.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Tussey Mountain Middle School is 12.1. (See more...)

Compare Tussey Mountain Middle School employs 21.1 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Tussey Mountain Middle School is $13,447.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Tussey Mountain Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Tussey Mountain Middle School 547^th of 891 Pennsylvania public middle schools. (See Tussey Mountain Middle School in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Disabled students:

Male students:

White students:

Tussey Mountain School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Tussey Mountain School District 444^th of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Tussey Mountain Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	PA State Percentile
2019	49.12	490^th	891	45.0%
2021	42.40	479^th	797	39.9%
2022	50.86	456^th	883	48.4%
2023	40.50	548^th	893	38.6%
2024	40.99	547^th	891	38.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	28.76	639^th	874	26.9%
2024	31.82	617^th	877	29.6%

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Rank History for Female students at Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	37.14	563^rd	860	34.5%

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Rank History for Disabled students at Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	44.42	319^th	660	51.7%
2024	52.60	240^th	672	64.3%

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Rank History for Male students at Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	43.42	508^th	870	41.6%

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Rank History for White students at Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	PA State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	19.06	590^th	681	13.4%
2024	19.65	577^th	673	14.3%

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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Dept of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Pennsylvania Dept of Education

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Enrollment information for Tussey Mountain Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2018	288	1	0	2	0	4	295
2019	274	1	0	1	0	6	282
2020	294	0	1	0	0	6	301
2021	295	0	1	1	0	4	301
2022	263	0	3	1	0	3	270
2023	263	0	2	0	1	4	270
2024	248	1	1	0	1	6	257

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Tussey Mountain Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2018	295	22.6	13.0	68.8
2019	282	21.4	13.1	67.7
2020	301	26.4	11.3	68.8
2021	301	25.4	11.8	61.5
2022	270	25.1	10.7	61.1
2023	270	24.7	10.9	100
2024	257	21.1	12.1	100.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Tussey Mountain Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2018	295	22.6	13.0	68.8
2019	282	21.4	13.1	67.7
2020	301	26.4	11.3	68.8
2021	301	25.4	11.8	61.5
2022	270	25.1	10.7	61.1
2023	270	24.7	10.9	100
2024	257	21.1	12.1	100.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Tussey Mountain Middle School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$13 (0.1%)	$11,839 (99.9%)	$11,852
2020	$00 (0.0%)	$2,325 (100.0%)	$2,325
2021	$1,332 (14.5%)	$7,866 (85.5%)	$9,199
2022	$1,804 (13.4%)	$11,643 (86.6%)	$13,447

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Tussey Mountain Middle School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 490^th of 891 Middle schools	Ranks 548^th of 893 Middle schools	6.4%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
5th Grade Math (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	25	34.4	9.4%
5th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)	43	42.7	0.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	45.6	49.2	3.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)	58.5	53.6	4.9%
6th Grade Math (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	24	23.9	0.1%
6th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)	39	36.4	2.6%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	62.2	50	12.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)	63	55.6	7.4%
7th Grade Math (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	30.8	24.2	6.6%
7th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)	38.2	33.2	5%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	60	59.7	0.3%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)	60.5	54.5	6%
8th Grade Math (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	25	9.6	15.4%
8th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)	32.2	26	6.2%
8th Grade Science (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	58.2	49.4	8.8%
8th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)	58.2	57	1.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	55.3	39.8	15.5%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)	57.9	52.8	5.1%
All Grades Math (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	26.1	21.9	4.2%
All Grades Math (Pennsylvania)	42.4	39.3	3.1%
All Grades Science (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	58.2	49.4	8.8%
All Grades Science (Pennsylvania)	68	65.6	2.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Tussey Mountain Middle School)	55.9	48.8	7.1%
All Grades English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)	60.9	53.8	7.1%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	282	270	4.3%
African American	1	0	100%
American Indian	0	1
Asian	0	2
Hispanic	1	0	100%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	274	263	4%
Two or More Races	6	4	33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	67.7%	100%	32.3%

Schools Near Tussey Mountain Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				PSSA Math (2024)							PSSA Science (2024)			PSSA English Language Arts (2024)							Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSSA Math 3rd Grade	PSSA Math 4th Grade	PSSA Math 5th Grade	PSSA Math 6th Grade	PSSA Math 7th Grade	PSSA Math 8th Grade	PSSA Math All Grades	PSSA Science 4th Grade	PSSA Science 8th Grade	PSSA Science All Grades	PSSA English Language Arts 3rd Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 4th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 5th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 6th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 7th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 8th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Tussey Mountain Middle School	Public	5-8	199 Front St	Saxton	16678	Bedford County	Tussey Mountain School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 635-2975	257	21	12.1	100.4%	248 (96.5%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (2.3%)	41	547^th of 891 public middle schools	38.6%		40.5	548^th of 893 public middle schools	38.6%	1			26.0	26.3	21.3	17.8	23.1		45.2	45.2			46.5	55.7	44.6	38.7	46.5	$13,447	$1,804	$11,643
Northern Bedford County Middle School	Public	6-8	152 NBC Dr	Loysburg	16659	Bedford County	Northern Bedford County School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 766-2221	198	18	11.3	48.5%	193 (97.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (2.0%)	71	237^th of 891 public middle schools	73.4%		72.7	220^th of 893 public middle schools	75.4%	17				49.3	31.7	18.9	34.6		67.9	67.9				73.9	60.3	64.1	66.5	$14,144	$1,207	$12,938
Spring Cove Middle School	Public	6-8	185 Spring Cove Drive	Roaring Spring	16673	Blair County	Spring Cove School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 224-2106	373	25	15.1	53.6%	349 (93.6%)	2 (0.5%)	7 (1.9%)	2 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (3.5%)	38.4	569^th of 891 public middle schools	36.1%		40.8	544^th of 893 public middle schools	39.1%	25				27.7	22.6	17.4	22.4		50.4	50.4				48.2	40.5	33.9	40.7	$13,214	$682	$12,532
Claysburg-Kimmel Junior High School	Public	7-8	531 Bedford St	Claysburg	16625	Blair County	Claysburg-Kimmel School District	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(814) 239-5141	120	1	120.0	100.0%	117 (97.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.7%)	70.1	251^st of 891 public middle schools	71.8%		69.3	255^th of 893 public middle schools	71.4%	4					55.8	20.6	34.9		64.1	64.1					60.4	62.5	61.7
Everett Area Middle School	Public	6-8	1 Renaissance Circle	Everett	15537	Bedford County	Everett Area School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 652-9114	290	22	13.4	60.0%	275 (94.8%)	2 (0.7%)	8 (2.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.7%)	47.4	492^nd of 891 public middle schools	44.8%		50.8	460^th of 893 public middle schools	48.5%	32				36.1	23.6	19.8	26.2		51.0	51.0				50.0	47.7	45.8	47.8	$9,574	$1,349	$8,225
Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School	Public	7-9	1000 Hewit St	Hollidaysburg	16648	Blair County	Hollidaysburg Area School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 695-4426	784	59	13.4	43.1%	737 (94.0%)	3 (0.4%)	14 (1.8%)	14 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (2.0%)	85.9	93^rd of 891 public middle schools	89.6%		80	150^th of 893 public middle schools	83.2%	57					58.6	44.4	51.2		65.8	65.8					76.3	64.8	70.4	$13,696	$362	$13,334
Chestnut Ridge Middle School	Public	3-7	3281 Valley Road	Fishertown	15554	Bedford County	Chestnut Ridge School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 839-4195	403	36	11.1	57.6%	392 (97.3%)	3 (0.7%)	5 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.7%)	66.5	291^st of 891 public middle schools	67.3%		64	313^th of 893 public middle schools	64.9%	22	33.8	48.8	65.1	33.4	29.2		41.2	86.3		86.3	41.8	64.1	74.3	66.6	68.5		62.7	$16,712	$1,677	$15,035
Bedford Middle School	Public	6-8	440 E Watson St	Bedford	15522	Bedford County	Bedford Area School District	No	No	No	No	(814) 623-4200	404	30	13.6	46.3%	376 (93.1%)	3 (0.7%)	7 (1.7%)	4 (1.0%)	2 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	11 (2.7%)	68.9	261^st of 891 public middle schools	70.7%		70.4	241^st of 893 public middle schools	73.0%	20				47.7	39.0	24.1	37.5		54.5	54.5				58.4	62.8	65.2	62.1	$16,548	$517	$16,031

Frequently Asked Questions about Tussey Mountain Middle School

What high school do graduates of Tussey Mountain Middle School attend?

Students who attend Tussey Mountain Middle School usually go on to attend Tussey Mountain High School

How many students attend Tussey Mountain Middle School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 257 students attended Tussey Mountain Middle School.

Is Tussey Mountain Middle School a good school?

Tussey Mountain Middle School ranks 547^th of 891 Pennsylvania middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What district is Tussey Mountain Middle School in?

Tussey Mountain School District

What is the racial makeup of Tussey Mountain Middle School?

Students at Tussey Mountain Middle School are 96% White, 2% Two or more races.

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