Serving 481 students in grades 4-8, Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms ranks in the top 20% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms's student population of 481 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 #509 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms?
481 students attend Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 10:1, 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
What school district is Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms part of?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is part of Brandywine Heights Area SD School District.
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