Serving 466 students in grades 7-8, Southern 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire Glen Rock, PA school district, covering approximately 67.9 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Middle School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
School Rankings
Southern 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 Southern Middle School is 0.21, 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
#1097 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006 and 2007)
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025 (no data for 1989)
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Middle School's ranking?
Southern Middle School is ranked #1097 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Southern Middle School often compared to?
Southern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Grove Area Middle School, South Eastern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Southern Middle School?
466 students attend Southern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Southern Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Middle School?
Southern Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southern Middle School offer ?
Southern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern Middle School part of?
Southern Middle School is part of Southern York County School District.
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