Serving 588 students in grades 6-8, Shikellamy 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 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shikellamy Middle School's student population of 588 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Shikellamy 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 Shikellamy Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1901 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
69%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shikellamy Middle School's ranking?
Shikellamy Middle School is ranked #1901 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shikellamy Middle School?
588 students attend Shikellamy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Shikellamy Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shikellamy Middle School?
Shikellamy Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shikellamy Middle School offer ?
Shikellamy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shikellamy Middle School part of?
Shikellamy Middle School is part of Shikellamy School District.
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