Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Big Spring Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Spring MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Newville, PA, covering an area of approximately 195.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 7.9 miles and the furthest edge located 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Spring Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Big Spring 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 Big Spring Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1272 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Big Spring Middle School's ranking?
Big Spring Middle School is ranked #1272 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Big Spring Middle School?
550 students attend Big Spring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Big Spring Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Spring Middle School?
Big Spring Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Spring Middle School offer ?
Big Spring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Big Spring Middle School part of?
Big Spring Middle School is part of Big Spring School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love middle school! We have lots of sports and arts programs to choose from including: band,chorus,field hockey,track and football.The subjects include Science,Math,Social Studies and Language Arts. The teachers are nice and helpful. The school is quite large but not very hard to navaigate through.
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