Serving 851 students in grades 7-8, Newtown Middle School 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newtown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newtown Middle School's student population of 851 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newtown 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 Newtown Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newtown Middle School's ranking?
Newtown Middle School is ranked #535 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Newtown Middle School often compared to?
Newtown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope-solebury Middle School, Pennwood Middle School, Charles H Boehm Middle School 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 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Newtown Middle School?
851 students attend Newtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Newtown Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newtown Middle School?
Newtown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newtown Middle School offer ?
Newtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newtown Middle School part of?
Newtown Middle School is part of Council Rock School District.
School Reviews
2 9/1/2010
Although the curriculum is pretty well taught, there are several issues with this school. I find the schedule to be difficult to follow and unnecessarily complicated. Also, the building is extremely hard to manuever, especially for a newcomer. Finally, I thought that there wasn't much support for students from the staff. You are sort of on your own. From my perspective as a student at this school, I find it highly undesirable to learn here, and wish I went to school elsewhere. At least the neighborhoods around this area are very nice, and we are about 10 miles from New Jersey. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
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