Serving 771 students in grades 7-8, Arcola Intrmd School 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcola Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arcola Intrmd School's student population of 771 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arcola Intrmd School 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 Arcola Intrmd School is 0.53, 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
#894 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
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 Arcola Intrmd School's ranking?
Arcola Intrmd School is ranked #894 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Arcola Intrmd School often compared to?
Arcola Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkiomen Valley Ms-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Arcola Intrmd School?
771 students attend Arcola Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Arcola Intrmd School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcola Intrmd School?
Arcola Intrmd School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arcola Intrmd School offer ?
Arcola Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arcola Intrmd School part of?
Arcola Intrmd School is part of Methacton SD School District.
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