Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Penn Cambria 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Cambria MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gallitzin, PA, covering approximately 109.8 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 12.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Penn Cambria Middle School's student population of 343 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Cambria 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 Penn Cambria Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1578 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Cambria Middle School's ranking?
Penn Cambria Middle School is ranked #1578 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penn Cambria Middle School often compared to?
Penn Cambria Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambria Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penn Cambria Middle School?
343 students attend Penn Cambria Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Penn Cambria Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Cambria Middle School?
Penn Cambria Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penn Cambria Middle School offer ?
Penn Cambria Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Cambria Middle School part of?
Penn Cambria Middle School is part of Penn Cambria School District.
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