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Slippery Rock Area Middle School

Slippery Rock Area SD · Butler County · 201 Kiester Rd, Slippery Rock, PA 16057.0

(724)794-2960

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9/10
#81
Rank 81 out of 520
Top 15%
English Language Arts9/10 · #92 · 83rd percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #77 · 85th percentile
Science9/10 · #74 · 84th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Slippery Rock Area Middle School sits in a quiet corner of Butler County where small-town Pennsylvania life still feels genuinely unhurried — think Friday night football, tree-lined streets, and a strong sense of community anchored by Slippery Rock University nearby. The school punches well above its size, landing in the top 15% statewide across English, math, and science, making it a natural fit for families who want solid academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of a bigger suburban district. If you're drawn to a place where teachers tend to know kids by name and school spirit runs deep, Slippery Rock is the kind of town that's easy to put down roots in.

Student Demographics

378 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
351 (93%)
Multiple Races
14 (4%)
African American
6 (2%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged129 (34%)
Students with Disabilities85 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

404
Enrollment
37.2
Teachers (FTE)
10.9:1
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 · #399 · 23rd percentile

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