Octorara Area Middle School serves 304 students in grades 7-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Octorara Area Middle School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Octorara Area Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Octorara Area Middle School?
304 students attend Octorara Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Octorara Area Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Octorara Area Middle School?
Octorara Area Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Octorara Area Middle School offer ?
Octorara Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Octorara Area Middle School part of?
Octorara Area Middle School is part of Octorara Area School District.
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