Serving 1,329 students in grades 6-8, Springhouse 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 56% (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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springhouse MS serves the southern part of Allentown, PA, covering an area of approximately 26.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springhouse Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Springhouse Middle School's student population of 1,329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,329 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springhouse 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 Springhouse Middle School is 0.65, 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
#357 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
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)
73%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Springhouse Middle School's ranking?
Springhouse Middle School is ranked #357 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Springhouse Middle School often compared to?
Springhouse Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orefield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Springhouse Middle School?
1,329 students attend Springhouse Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Springhouse Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springhouse Middle School?
Springhouse Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springhouse Middle School offer ?
Springhouse Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springhouse Middle School part of?
Springhouse Middle School is part of Parkland School District.
School Reviews
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