Serving 516 students in grades 4-5, Lewistown Intrmd 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 47% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewistown Intermediate School serves the southern part of its school district in Lewistown, PA, covering an area of approximately 182.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15 to 20-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewistown Intrmd School's student population of 516 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence
School Rankings
Lewistown Intrmd 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 Lewistown Intrmd School is 0.21, 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
#1951 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewistown Intrmd School's ranking?
Lewistown Intrmd School is ranked #1951 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lewistown Intrmd School?
516 students attend Lewistown Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lewistown Intrmd School students are White, 5% 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 Lewistown Intrmd School?
Lewistown Intrmd School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewistown Intrmd School offer ?
Lewistown Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewistown Intrmd School part of?
Lewistown Intrmd School is part of Mifflin County School District.
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