Serving 830 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Upper Moreland MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire Upper Moreland School District in Hatboro, PA, covering approximately 8 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Moreland Middle School's student population of 830 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
830 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.58, 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
#893 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)21.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Upper Moreland Middle School's ranking?
Upper Moreland Middle School is ranked #893 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 Keith Valley Middle School, Abington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
830 students attend Upper Moreland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Upper Moreland Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Moreland Middle School?
Upper Moreland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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