Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Lehighton Area 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 18% 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: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lehighton Area Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lehighton school district, covering approximately 65.7 square miles in Lehighton, PA. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 4.9 miles and the furthest edge located 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lehighton Area Middle School's student population of 478 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lehighton Area 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 Lehighton Area Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1953 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lehighton Area Middle School's ranking?
Lehighton Area Middle School is ranked #1953 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lehighton Area Middle School?
478 students attend Lehighton Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lehighton Area Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lehighton Area Middle School?
Lehighton Area Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lehighton Area Middle School offer ?
Lehighton Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lehighton Area Middle School part of?
Lehighton Area Middle School is part of Lehighton Area School District.
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