Serving 819 students in grades 6-8, Upper Moreland 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 37% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Moreland Middle School's student population of 819 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
Upper Moreland 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 Moreland Middle School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1054 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Moreland Middle School's ranking?
Upper Moreland Middle School is ranked #1054 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Moreland Middle School often compared to?
Upper Moreland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Middle School, Keith Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Moreland Middle School?
819 students attend Upper Moreland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Upper Moreland Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Moreland Middle School?
Upper Moreland Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Moreland Middle School offer ?
Upper Moreland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Moreland Middle School part of?
Upper Moreland Middle School is part of Upper Moreland Township School District.
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