Serving 856 students in grades 7-8, Owen J Roberts Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 23% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owen J Roberts Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pottstown, PA, encompassing approximately 98.8 square miles. Most students are within a typical 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending to a maximum of 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owen J Roberts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Owen J Roberts Middle School's student population of 856 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
856 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Owen J Roberts Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owen J Roberts Middle School is 0.40, 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
#632 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Owen J Roberts Middle School's ranking?
Owen J Roberts Middle School is ranked #632 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Owen J Roberts Middle School?
856 students attend Owen J Roberts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Owen J Roberts Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owen J Roberts Middle School?
Owen J Roberts Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owen J Roberts Middle School offer ?
Owen J Roberts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owen J Roberts Middle School part of?
Owen J Roberts Middle School is part of Owen J Roberts School District.
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