Serving 848 students in grades 6-8, Paxon Hollow 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 18% 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: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool's student population of 848 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paxon Hollow 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 Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool is 0.32, 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
#863 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool's ranking?
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool is ranked #863 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool often compared to?
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haverford MiddleSchool, Richardson 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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool?
848 students attend Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool?
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool offer ?
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool part of?
Paxon Hollow MiddleSchool is part of Marple Newtown SD School District.
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