Serving 692 students in grades 7-8, Arcola Intrmd 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 71% (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 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arcola Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Norristown, PA, encompassing approximately 31.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arcola Intrmd School's student population of 692 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
214 acres
School Motto
Learn, Lead, Succeed - Together!
School Rankings
Arcola Intrmd 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 Arcola Intrmd School is 0.55, 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
#913 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-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 Arcola Intrmd School's ranking?
Arcola Intrmd School is ranked #913 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Arcola Intrmd School often compared to?
Arcola Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkiomen Valley Ms-west, Spring-ford Intrmd School 5th/6th 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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Arcola Intrmd School?
692 students attend Arcola Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Arcola Intrmd School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcola Intrmd School?
Arcola Intrmd School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arcola Intrmd School offer ?
Arcola Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcola Intrmd School part of?
Arcola Intrmd School is part of Methacton School District.
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