Serving 775 students in grades 7-8, Nazareth Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nazareth Area Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Nazareth, PA, encompassing approximately 49.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nazareth Area Middle School's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nazareth Area 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 Nazareth Area Middle School is 0.43, 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
#863 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nazareth Area Middle School's ranking?
Nazareth Area Middle School is ranked #863 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nazareth Area Middle School often compared to?
Nazareth Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Easton Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nazareth Area Middle School?
775 students attend Nazareth Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Nazareth Area Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nazareth Area Middle School?
Nazareth Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nazareth Area Middle School offer ?
Nazareth Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nazareth Area Middle School part of?
Nazareth Area Middle School is part of Nazareth Area School District.
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