Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Wheatland MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatland MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheatland MiddleSchool's student population of 582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheatland MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatland MiddleSchool is 0.61, which is more 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
#2432 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
59%
14%
Black
15%
14%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatland MiddleSchool's ranking?
Wheatland MiddleSchool is ranked #2432 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wheatland MiddleSchool often compared to?
Wheatland MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reynolds MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wheatland MiddleSchool?
582 students attend Wheatland MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wheatland MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatland MiddleSchool?
Wheatland MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheatland MiddleSchool offer ?
Wheatland MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatland MiddleSchool part of?
Wheatland MiddleSchool is part of Lancaster SD School District.
School Reviews
1 6/16/2023
I am not an alumnus of this school, but I do plan on visiting this school in the near future to see its diversity and its inclusivity in its school. Checking on their no-bullying policy because I am thinking of sending my daughter here for the new school year 23-24.
5 2/9/2009
The teachers are great and are very helpful. Wheatland includes music, art, gym, and many other sports which include boys and girls basketball, boys football, and girls field hockey. Overall, I would highly recomend this school.
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