Serving 1,116 students in grades 5-8, Abington Heights MiddleSchool ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington Heights MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Abington Heights MiddleSchool's student population of 1,116 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abington Heights MiddleSchool ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington Heights MiddleSchool is 0.27, which is less 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
#852 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington Heights MiddleSchool's ranking?
Abington Heights MiddleSchool is ranked #852 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Abington Heights MiddleSchool often compared to?
Abington Heights MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pocono MiddleSchool, South Scranton Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Abington Heights MiddleSchool?
1,116 students attend Abington Heights MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Abington Heights MiddleSchool students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abington Heights MiddleSchool?
Abington Heights MiddleSchool has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abington Heights MiddleSchool offer ?
Abington Heights MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Abington Heights MiddleSchool part of?
Abington Heights MiddleSchool is part of Abington Heights SD School District.
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