Serving 731 students in grades 6-8, Nitschmann 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 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nitschmann MS serves the west part of Bethlehem, PA, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nitschmann Middle School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Work Hard, Play Hard!
School Rankings
Nitschmann 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 Nitschmann Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1835 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
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
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nitschmann Middle School's ranking?
Nitschmann Middle School is ranked #1835 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nitschmann Middle School often compared to?
Nitschmann Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hills Middle School, Northeast Middle School, Whitehall-coplay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nitschmann Middle School?
731 students attend Nitschmann Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nitschmann Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nitschmann Middle School?
Nitschmann Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nitschmann Middle School offer ?
Nitschmann Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nitschmann Middle School part of?
Nitschmann Middle School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Nitschmann Middle School located?
Nitschmann Middle School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Side.
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