Serving 719 students in grades 6-8, Pottsgrove MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pottsgrove MiddleSchool is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
19%
14%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pottsgrove MiddleSchool's ranking?
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool is ranked #1753 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pottsgrove MiddleSchool often compared to?
Pottsgrove MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pottsgrove Sr. High School, Boyertown Area Ms-east, Lower Pottsgrove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pottsgrove MiddleSchool?
719 students attend Pottsgrove MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Pottsgrove MiddleSchool students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pottsgrove MiddleSchool?
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pottsgrove MiddleSchool offer ?
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pottsgrove MiddleSchool part of?
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool is part of Pottsgrove SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Pottsgrove MiddleSchool located?
Pottsgrove MiddleSchool is located in the Halfway House neighborhood of Pottstown, PA.
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