Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Gerald G Huesken Middle School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Conestoga Valley MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lancaster, PA, encompassing approximately 56.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gerald G Huesken Middle School's student population of 851 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gerald G Huesken 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 Gerald G Huesken Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1303 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Gerald G Huesken Middle School's ranking?
Gerald G Huesken Middle School is ranked #1303 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gerald G Huesken Middle School?
851 students attend Gerald G Huesken Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gerald G Huesken Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerald G Huesken Middle School?
Gerald G Huesken Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gerald G Huesken Middle School offer ?
Gerald G Huesken Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gerald G Huesken Middle School part of?
Gerald G Huesken Middle School is part of Conestoga Valley School District.
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