Palmyra Area MiddleSchool

50 W Cherry St
Palmyra, PA 17078
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 830 students in grades 6-8, Palmyra Area MiddleSchool ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 830 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Palmyra Area MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Palmyra Area MiddleSchool's student population of 830 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
830 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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School Rankings

Palmyra Area 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 Palmyra Area MiddleSchool is 0.31, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (PA)
#781 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
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38%
38%
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68%
55%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
5%
4%
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Hispanic
7%
14%
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Black
2%
14%
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White
83%
63%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.31
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Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palmyra Area MiddleSchool's ranking?
Palmyra Area MiddleSchool is ranked #781 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Palmyra Area MiddleSchool often compared to?
Palmyra Area MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Crest MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Palmyra Area MiddleSchool?
830 students attend Palmyra Area MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Palmyra Area MiddleSchool students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmyra Area MiddleSchool?
Palmyra Area MiddleSchool has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palmyra Area MiddleSchool offer ?
Palmyra Area MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmyra Area MiddleSchool part of?
Palmyra Area MiddleSchool is part of Palmyra Area SD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 830 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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