Serving 1,162 students in grades 6-8, Colonial MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colonial MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Colonial MiddleSchool's student population of 1,162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colonial MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colonial MiddleSchool is 0.44, which is less 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
#630 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colonial MiddleSchool's ranking?
Colonial MiddleSchool is ranked #630 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Colonial MiddleSchool often compared to?
Colonial MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Colonial MiddleSchool?
1,162 students attend Colonial MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Colonial MiddleSchool students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colonial MiddleSchool?
Colonial MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Colonial MiddleSchool offer ?
Colonial MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Colonial MiddleSchool part of?
Colonial MiddleSchool is part of Colonial SD School District.
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