Serving 242 students in grades 6-8, Bethlehem-center Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethlehem-center Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bethlehem-center Middle School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bethlehem-center Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethlehem-center Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2227 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethlehem-center Middle School's ranking?
Bethlehem-center Middle School is ranked #2227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bethlehem-center Middle School?
242 students attend Bethlehem-center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bethlehem-center Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethlehem-center Middle School?
Bethlehem-center Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethlehem-center Middle School offer ?
Bethlehem-center Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethlehem-center Middle School part of?
Bethlehem-center Middle School is part of Bethlehem-Center School District.
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