Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Eyer 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 71% (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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eyer MS serves the southern part of its school district in Macungie, PA, covering an area of approximately 25.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eyer Middle School's student population of 804 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
804 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eyer 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 Eyer 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
#845 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Eyer Middle School's ranking?
Eyer Middle School is ranked #845 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Eyer Middle School often compared to?
Eyer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Macungie 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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Eyer Middle School?
804 students attend Eyer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Eyer Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eyer Middle School?
Eyer Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eyer Middle School offer ?
Eyer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eyer Middle School part of?
Eyer Middle School is part of East Penn School District.
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