Serving 234 students in grades 5-8, Northern Cambria 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Cambria MS's attendance zone covers the entire Northern Cambria school district, encompassing approximately 62.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Cambria Middle School's student population of 234 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Cambria 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 Northern Cambria Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1809 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Colts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Cambria Middle School's ranking?
Northern Cambria Middle School is ranked #1809 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northern Cambria Middle School?
234 students attend Northern Cambria Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Northern Cambria Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Cambria Middle School?
Northern Cambria Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Cambria Middle School offer ?
Northern Cambria Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Cambria Middle School part of?
Northern Cambria Middle School is part of Northern Cambria School District.
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