Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern Lehigh 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Lehigh MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 107.2 square miles around New Tripoli, PA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.1 miles, extending up to 9.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Lehigh Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern Lehigh 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 Northwestern Lehigh Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1131 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Lehigh Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Lehigh Middle School is ranked #1131 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northwestern Lehigh Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Lehigh Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Macungie Middle School, Whitehall-coplay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Lehigh Middle School?
440 students attend Northwestern Lehigh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northwestern Lehigh Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Lehigh Middle School?
Northwestern Lehigh Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern Lehigh Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Lehigh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern Lehigh Middle School part of?
Northwestern Lehigh Middle School is part of Northwestern Lehigh School District.
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