Serving 1,294 students in grades 5-8, Upper Merion MiddleSchool 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 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Merion MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Upper Merion MiddleSchool's student population of 1,294 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Merion MiddleSchool ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Merion MiddleSchool is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1015 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
13%
14%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Merion MiddleSchool's ranking?
Upper Merion MiddleSchool is ranked #1015 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Merion MiddleSchool often compared to?
Upper Merion MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bala-cynwyd MiddleSchool 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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Merion MiddleSchool?
1,294 students attend Upper Merion MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Upper Merion MiddleSchool students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Merion MiddleSchool?
Upper Merion MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Merion MiddleSchool offer ?
Upper Merion MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Upper Merion MiddleSchool part of?
Upper Merion MiddleSchool is part of Upper Merion Area SD School District.
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