Serving 1,074 students in grades 7-8, Downingtown Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Downingtown Middle School serves the southwest part of Downingtown, PA, covering an area of approximately 49.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downingtown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Downingtown Middle School's student population of 1,074 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,074 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Downingtown Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downingtown Middle School is 0.45, 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
#770 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 24-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 Downingtown Middle School's ranking?
Downingtown Middle School is ranked #770 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Downingtown Middle School often compared to?
Downingtown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lionville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Downingtown Middle School?
1,074 students attend Downingtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Downingtown Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downingtown Middle School?
Downingtown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Downingtown Middle School offer ?
Downingtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Downingtown Middle School part of?
Downingtown Middle School is part of Downingtown Area School District.
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