Serving 460 students in grades 4-8, Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms ranks in the bottom 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 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms's student population of 460 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms 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 Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is 0.20, 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
#1471 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms's ranking?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is ranked #1471 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms often compared to?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/msis often viewed alongside schools like Minersville Area El Center, Blue Mountain El East School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms?
460 students attend Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms offer ?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms part of?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is part of Brandywine Heights Area School District.
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