Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, Palisades Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 8% 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: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palisades MS serves the entire school district within Kintnersville, PA, covering an area of approximately 101.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palisades Middle School's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
'Nurturing Young Minds'
School Rankings
Palisades 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 Palisades Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1093 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Middle School's ranking?
Palisades Middle School is ranked #1093 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Palisades Middle School?
308 students attend Palisades Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Palisades Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisades Middle School?
Palisades Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palisades Middle School offer ?
Palisades Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palisades Middle School part of?
Palisades Middle School is part of Palisades School District.
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