Serving 599 students in grades 5-8, Saucon Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saucon Valley MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hellertown, PA, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saucon Valley Middle School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
106 acres
School Rankings
Saucon Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saucon Valley Middle School is 0.40, 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
#697 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Saucon Valley Middle School's ranking?
Saucon Valley Middle School is ranked #697 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Saucon Valley Middle School often compared to?
Saucon Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saucon Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Saucon Valley Middle School?
599 students attend Saucon Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Saucon Valley Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saucon Valley Middle School?
Saucon Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saucon Valley Middle School offer ?
Saucon Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saucon Valley Middle School part of?
Saucon Valley Middle School is part of Saucon Valley School District.
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