Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, East Pennsboro Area Middle School 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 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Pennsboro Area Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Enola, PA, covering approximately 10.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Pennsboro Area Middle School's student population of 618 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Pennsboro Area Middle School 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 East Pennsboro Area Middle School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1774 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
60%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Pennsboro Area Middle School's ranking?
East Pennsboro Area Middle School is ranked #1774 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Pennsboro Area Middle School often compared to?
East Pennsboro Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mechanicsburg Middle School, Camp Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend East Pennsboro Area Middle School?
618 students attend East Pennsboro Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of East Pennsboro Area Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Pennsboro Area Middle School?
East Pennsboro Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Pennsboro Area Middle School offer ?
East Pennsboro Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Pennsboro Area Middle School part of?
East Pennsboro Area Middle School is part of East Pennsboro Area School District.
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