Serving 1,025 students in grades 6-8, Chambersburg Area Middle School - South 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chambersburg Area Middle School - South serves the southeast part of Chambersburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 84.1 square miles. Students typically reside within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 5.9 miles and the furthest edge located 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South's student population of 1,025 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,025 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
384 acres
School Motto
'Safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.'
School Rankings
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South 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 Chambersburg Area Middle School - South is 0.64, which is more 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
#1603 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
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)17%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Chambersburg Area Middle School - South's ranking?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South is ranked #1603 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chambersburg Area Middle School - South often compared to?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - Southis often viewed alongside schools like Chambersburg Area Middle School - North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chambersburg Area Middle School - South?
1,025 students attend Chambersburg Area Middle School - South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chambersburg Area Middle School - South students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chambersburg Area Middle School - South?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chambersburg Area Middle School - South offer ?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chambersburg Area Middle School - South part of?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South is part of Chambersburg Area School District.
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