Serving 1,061 students in grades 7-9, Muhlenberg MiddleSchool 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muhlenberg MiddleSchool's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,061 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Muhlenberg MiddleSchool 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 Muhlenberg MiddleSchool is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2363 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
61%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
29%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muhlenberg MiddleSchool's ranking?
Muhlenberg MiddleSchool is ranked #2363 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Muhlenberg MiddleSchool often compared to?
Muhlenberg MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulpehocken Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Muhlenberg MiddleSchool?
1,061 students attend Muhlenberg MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Muhlenberg MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muhlenberg MiddleSchool?
Muhlenberg MiddleSchool has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Muhlenberg MiddleSchool offer ?
Muhlenberg MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Muhlenberg MiddleSchool part of?
Muhlenberg MiddleSchool is part of Muhlenberg SD School District.
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