Serving 1,291 students in grades 5-8, Upper Merion Area 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Merion Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Upper Merion Area Middle School's student population of 1,291 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
School Rankings
Upper Merion Area 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 Upper Merion Area Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
14%
14%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Merion Area Middle School's ranking?
Upper Merion Area Middle School is ranked #1064 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Merion Area Middle School often compared to?
Upper Merion Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bala-cynwyd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Merion Area Middle School?
1,291 students attend Upper Merion Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Upper Merion Area Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Merion Area Middle School?
Upper Merion Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Merion Area Middle School offer ?
Upper Merion Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Merion Area Middle School part of?
Upper Merion Area Middle School is part of Upper Merion Area School District.
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