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California Area Middle School

California Area SD · Washington County · 11 Trojan Way, Coal Center, PA 15423.0

(724)785-5800

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4/10
#339
Rank 339 out of 520
Top 65%
English Language Arts6/10 · #225 · 57th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #397 · 24th percentile
Science3/10 · #355 · 25th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

California Area Middle School sits in the quiet borough of Coal Center, a small river community in Washington County where southwestern Pennsylvania's rural character runs deep. The school shows real strength in English, but families with kids who thrive in math and science may want to look into what additional supports or enrichment opportunities are available. It's a close-knit, small-town setting that tends to appeal to families who value a tight community feel and don't mind the slower pace of life along the Monongahela River.

Student Demographics

146 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
124 (85%)
Multiple Races
13 (9%)
Hispanic
4 (3%)
African American
4 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged132 (90%)
Students with Disabilities37 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

158
Enrollment
10.6
Teachers (FTE)
14.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #408 · 21st percentile

21 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found