Serving 875 students in grades 6-8, Charles F Patton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles F Patton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles F Patton Middle School's student population of 875 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Charles F Patton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles F Patton Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
73%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles F Patton Middle School's ranking?
Charles F Patton Middle School is ranked #405 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Charles F Patton Middle School often compared to?
Charles F Patton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E N Peirce Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Charles F Patton Middle School?
875 students attend Charles F Patton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Charles F Patton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles F Patton Middle School?
Charles F Patton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles F Patton Middle School offer ?
Charles F Patton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles F Patton Middle School part of?
Charles F Patton Middle School is part of Unionville-Chadds Ford School District.
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