Serving 538 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth Forward 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elizabeth Forward MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire Elizabeth Forward School District, covering approximately 43.5 square miles in and around Elizabeth, PA. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the nearest edge of the zone, extending up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Forward Middle School's student population of 538 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Elizabeth Forward 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 Elizabeth Forward Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1015 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Forward Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Forward Middle School is ranked #1015 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Elizabeth Forward Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth Forward Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Forward Middle School?
538 students attend Elizabeth Forward Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Elizabeth Forward Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Forward Middle School?
Elizabeth Forward Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Forward Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Forward Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth Forward Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Forward Middle School is part of Elizabeth Forward School District.
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