Serving 1,073 students in grades 5-8, Abington Heights Middle School 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 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abington Heights MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Clarks Summit, PA, covering approximately 70.5 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Abington Heights Middle School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,073 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abington Heights Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington Heights Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#639 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington Heights Middle School's ranking?
Abington Heights Middle School is ranked #639 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Abington Heights Middle School often compared to?
Abington Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pocono Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Abington Heights Middle School?
1,073 students attend Abington Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Abington Heights Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abington Heights Middle School?
Abington Heights Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abington Heights Middle School offer ?
Abington Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abington Heights Middle School part of?
Abington Heights Middle School is part of Abington Heights School District.
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