Serving 821 students in grades 5-8, Northwest 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 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 821 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Middle School is 0.20, 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
#2625 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
89%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
4%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #2625 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Middle School, Northeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
821 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Reading School District.
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