Serving 837 students in grades 5-8, Berwick 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berwick Area MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Berwick, PA, covering approximately 91.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berwick Area Middle School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Berwick 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 Berwick Area Middle School is 0.36, 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
#1624 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
79%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berwick Area Middle School's ranking?
Berwick Area Middle School is ranked #1624 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Berwick Area Middle School?
837 students attend Berwick Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Berwick Area Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berwick Area Middle School?
Berwick Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berwick Area Middle School offer ?
Berwick Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berwick Area Middle School part of?
Berwick Area Middle School is part of Berwick Area School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Kids here are disrespectful and some teachers are creeps.
5 10/10/2025
I go to this school and I think it's a great place to learn. The teachers are really nice and supportive and help you if you're having a good day. They also have a sense of humor and that''s a good thing to have if you're going to teach kids. Sure, there are some kids who are mean, but the teachers are there to help. Most of the time, people say they don't do anything about it, but that's not true! The kids just don't speak up. This school is great and I think it deserves a 5 star rating.
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