Serving 1,208 students in grades 6-8, Wissahickon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wissahickon MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ambler, PA, encompassing approximately 23 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wissahickon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wissahickon Middle School's student population of 1,208 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,208 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect. Responsibility. Relationships.
School Rankings
Wissahickon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wissahickon Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#375 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)8.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
True Blue with a Heart of Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wissahickon Middle School's ranking?
Wissahickon Middle School is ranked #375 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wissahickon Middle School often compared to?
Wissahickon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial Middle School, Sandy Run Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wissahickon Middle School?
1,208 students attend Wissahickon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wissahickon Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wissahickon Middle School?
Wissahickon Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wissahickon Middle School offer ?
Wissahickon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wissahickon Middle School part of?
Wissahickon Middle School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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