Serving 242 students in grades 7-8, Upper Adams 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Adams MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district of Biglerville, PA, covering approximately 83.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Adams Middle School's student population of 242 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Upper Adams 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 Upper Adams Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1585 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
32%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-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 Upper Adams Middle School's ranking?
Upper Adams Middle School is ranked #1585 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Adams Middle School often compared to?
Upper Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biglerville High School, Gettysburg Area Middle School, Fairfield Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Adams Middle School?
242 students attend Upper Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Upper Adams Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Adams Middle School?
Upper Adams Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Adams Middle School offer ?
Upper Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Upper Adams Middle School part of?
Upper Adams Middle School is part of Upper Adams School District.
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