Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Linglestown 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 27% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linglestown Middle School serves the eastern part of Harrisburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 28.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linglestown Middle School's student population of 841 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
841 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linglestown 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 Linglestown Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1669 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Quality to the Core
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linglestown Middle School's ranking?
Linglestown Middle School is ranked #1669 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Linglestown Middle School often compared to?
Linglestown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Linglestown Middle School?
841 students attend Linglestown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Linglestown Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linglestown Middle School?
Linglestown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linglestown Middle School offer ?
Linglestown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linglestown Middle School part of?
Linglestown Middle School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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