Serving 1,112 students in grades 6-8, Mechanicsburg Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,112 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mechanicsburg Middle School's student population of 1,112 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,112 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mechanicsburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mechanicsburg Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1134 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanicsburg Middle School's ranking?
Mechanicsburg Middle School is ranked #1134 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mechanicsburg Middle School often compared to?
Mechanicsburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mechanicsburg Middle School?
1,112 students attend Mechanicsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mechanicsburg Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanicsburg Middle School?
Mechanicsburg Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mechanicsburg Middle School offer ?
Mechanicsburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mechanicsburg Middle School part of?
Mechanicsburg Middle School is part of Mechanicsburg Area School District.
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