Serving 546 students in grades 6-8, West Hempfield 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hempfield Middle School serves the southwest part of Irwin, PA, covering an area of approximately 35.3 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school and an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the edge of its attendance zone, which extends up to about 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hempfield Middle School's student population of 546 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hempfield 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 West Hempfield Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1015 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 West Hempfield Middle School's ranking?
West Hempfield Middle School is ranked #1015 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Hempfield Middle School?
546 students attend West Hempfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Hempfield Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hempfield Middle School?
West Hempfield Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Hempfield Middle School offer ?
West Hempfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hempfield Middle School part of?
West Hempfield Middle School is part of Hempfield Area School District.
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