Serving 272 students in grades 7-8, Allen Middle School 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 41% (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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Allen Middle School serves the west part of the Camp Hill, PA school district, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 32.2 square miles. Families typically live about 10-15 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allen Middle School's student population of 272 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allen Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1102 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Middle School's ranking?
Allen Middle School is ranked #1102 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Allen Middle School often compared to?
Allen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Cumberland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Allen Middle School?
272 students attend Allen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Allen Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Middle School?
Allen Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Allen Middle School offer ?
Allen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Allen Middle School part of?
Allen Middle School is part of West Shore School District.
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