Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Northwestern 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern MS's attendance zone covers the entire Albion, PA school district, encompassing approximately 121.3 square miles. Within this area, families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School's student population of 266 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northwestern 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 Northwestern 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
#1975 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)25.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #1975 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northwestern Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
266 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northwestern Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Middle School part of?
Northwestern Middle School is part of Northwestern School District.
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