Serving 500 students in grades 6-8, Ambridge Area Middle School 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 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ambridge Area JHS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Freedom, PA, covering approximately 25.6 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ambridge Area Middle School's student population of 500 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Ambridge Area School District is to be the “Bridge” to leading and learning, preparing students for the future through academic excellence.
School Rankings
Ambridge Area Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ambridge Area Middle School is 0.40, 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
#2155 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
14%
14%
White
76%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ambridge Area Middle School's ranking?
Ambridge Area Middle School is ranked #2155 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ambridge Area Middle School often compared to?
Ambridge Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Area Middle School, Baden Academy Charter School, Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ambridge Area Middle School?
500 students attend Ambridge Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ambridge Area Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ambridge Area Middle School?
Ambridge Area Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ambridge Area Middle School offer ?
Ambridge Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ambridge Area Middle School part of?
Ambridge Area Middle School is part of Ambridge Area School District.
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