Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Harrison-morton 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison-Morton Middle School serves the northeast part of Allentown, PA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison-morton Middle School's student population of 704 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harrison-morton 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 Harrison-morton Middle School is 0.43, 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
#2592 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mighty Minutemen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison-morton Middle School's ranking?
Harrison-morton Middle School is ranked #2592 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Harrison-morton Middle School often compared to?
Harrison-morton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis D Raub Middle School, Trexler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Harrison-morton Middle School?
704 students attend Harrison-morton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Harrison-morton Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison-morton Middle School?
Harrison-morton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrison-morton Middle School offer ?
Harrison-morton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison-morton Middle School part of?
Harrison-morton Middle School is part of Allentown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison-morton Middle School located?
Harrison-morton Middle School is located in the 1st Ward neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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