Serving 800 students in grades 6-8, Park Forest MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Forest MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Park Forest MiddleSchool's student population of 800 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Forest MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Forest MiddleSchool is 0.40, 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
#704 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Forest MiddleSchool's ranking?
Park Forest MiddleSchool is ranked #704 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Park Forest MiddleSchool often compared to?
Park Forest MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Nittany MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Park Forest MiddleSchool?
800 students attend Park Forest MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Park Forest MiddleSchool students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Forest MiddleSchool?
Park Forest MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Forest MiddleSchool offer ?
Park Forest MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Park Forest MiddleSchool part of?
Park Forest MiddleSchool is part of State College Area SD School District.
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