Serving 496 students in grades 6-8, Harlan Rowe 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlan Rowe MS's attendance zone covers the entire Athens, PA school district, encompassing approximately 183 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlan Rowe Middle School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Foundations for Future Success!
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Harlan Rowe 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 Harlan Rowe Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1598 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlan Rowe Middle School's ranking?
Harlan Rowe Middle School is ranked #1598 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Harlan Rowe Middle School?
496 students attend Harlan Rowe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harlan Rowe Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlan Rowe Middle School?
Harlan Rowe Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harlan Rowe Middle School offer ?
Harlan Rowe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan Rowe Middle School part of?
Harlan Rowe Middle School is part of Athens Area School District.
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