Serving 572 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth Forward 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 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth Forward 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 Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool is 0.17, 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
#1216 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool's ranking?
Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool is ranked #1216 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool often compared to?
Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool?
572 students attend Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool?
Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool offer ?
Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool part of?
Elizabeth Forward MiddleSchool is part of Elizabeth Forward SD School District.
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