Serving 820 students in grades 6-8, Susquehanna Twp 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Susquehanna Twp MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Harrisburg, PA, covering approximately 15.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Susquehanna Twp Middle School's student population of 820 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
820 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Susquehanna Twp 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 Susquehanna Twp Middle School is 0.79, 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
#2503 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)23.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Susquehanna Twp Middle School's ranking?
Susquehanna Twp Middle School is ranked #2503 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Susquehanna Twp Middle School often compared to?
Susquehanna Twp Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susquehanna Twp High School, Sara Lindemuth Elementary School, Marshall Math Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Susquehanna Twp Middle School?
820 students attend Susquehanna Twp Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Susquehanna Twp Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susquehanna Twp Middle School?
Susquehanna Twp Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Susquehanna Twp Middle School offer ?
Susquehanna Twp Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Susquehanna Twp Middle School part of?
Susquehanna Twp Middle School is part of Susquehanna Township School District.
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