Serving 1,126 students in grades 6-8, Wissahickon MiddleSchool ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wissahickon MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wissahickon MiddleSchool's student population of 1,126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wissahickon MiddleSchool ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wissahickon MiddleSchool is 0.63, 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
#444 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Wissahickon MiddleSchool's ranking?
Wissahickon MiddleSchool is ranked #444 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wissahickon MiddleSchool often compared to?
Wissahickon MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandy Run MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wissahickon MiddleSchool?
1,126 students attend Wissahickon MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wissahickon MiddleSchool students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wissahickon MiddleSchool?
Wissahickon MiddleSchool has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wissahickon MiddleSchool offer ?
Wissahickon MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wissahickon MiddleSchool part of?
Wissahickon MiddleSchool is part of Wissahickon SD School District.
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