Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Cocalico Middle School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 19% 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: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cocalico Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Cocalico School District in Denver, PA, covering approximately 50.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10 to 12-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cocalico Middle School's student population of 617 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
We inspire and support learning for every child, every chance, every day.
School Rankings
Cocalico 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 Cocalico Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1051 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cocalico Middle School's ranking?
Cocalico Middle School is ranked #1051 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Cocalico Middle School often compared to?
Cocalico Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ephrata Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Cocalico Middle School?
617 students attend Cocalico Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Cocalico Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cocalico Middle School?
Cocalico Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cocalico Middle School offer ?
Cocalico Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cocalico Middle School part of?
Cocalico Middle School is part of Cocalico School District.
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