Serving 945 students in grades 6-8, Phoenixville Area 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenixville Area Middle School's student population of 945 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Phoenixville Area 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 Phoenixville Area Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenixville Area Middle School's ranking?
Phoenixville Area Middle School is ranked #1199 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Phoenixville Area Middle School often compared to?
Phoenixville Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Phoenixville Area Middle School?
945 students attend Phoenixville Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Phoenixville Area Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenixville Area Middle School?
Phoenixville Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenixville Area Middle School offer ?
Phoenixville Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenixville Area Middle School part of?
Phoenixville Area Middle School is part of Phoenixville Area School District.
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