Serving 962 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Run Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Run MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dresher, PA, covering approximately 13.3 square miles. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Run Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Run Middle School's student population of 962 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
962 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Run Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Run Middle School is 0.45, 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
#369 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
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)10.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Sandy Run Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Run Middle School is ranked #369 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sandy Run Middle School often compared to?
Sandy Run Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sandy Run Middle School?
962 students attend Sandy Run Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sandy Run Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Run Middle School?
Sandy Run Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandy Run Middle School offer ?
Sandy Run Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Run Middle School part of?
Sandy Run Middle School is part of Upper Dublin School District.
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