Serving 552 students in grades 7-8, Robert K Shafer 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert K Shafer MS serves a central area within Bensalem, PA, covering approximately 13.4 square miles, with most students living about 5-10 minutes from the school and an average distance of 2.4 miles to the furthest zone edge, which is 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert K Shafer Middle School's student population of 552 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert K Shafer 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 Robert K Shafer Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2183 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sharks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert K Shafer Middle School's ranking?
Robert K Shafer Middle School is ranked #2183 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Robert K Shafer Middle School often compared to?
Robert K Shafer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cecelia Snyder Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Robert K Shafer Middle School?
552 students attend Robert K Shafer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Robert K Shafer Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert K Shafer Middle School?
Robert K Shafer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert K Shafer Middle School offer ?
Robert K Shafer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert K Shafer Middle School part of?
Robert K Shafer Middle School is part of Bensalem Township School District.
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