Serving 500 students in grades 6-8, Broughal 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 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broughal Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Broughal Middle School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broughal 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 Broughal Middle School is 0.48, 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
#2456 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
70%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broughal Middle School's ranking?
Broughal Middle School is ranked #2456 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Broughal Middle School?
500 students attend Broughal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Broughal Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broughal Middle School?
Broughal Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Broughal Middle School offer ?
Broughal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Broughal Middle School part of?
Broughal Middle School is part of Bethlehem Area School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2009
I just love Broughal! It's the best school ever. Looking at it more students actually do get good grades then fail. The teachers are the best! They are dedicated to their jobs and would stay after school as long as you need for help. Our athletics might not be too good, but every athlete always shows up to practice, everyone shows up at games, and we always try our hardest. We have the best extracurricular activities, there is always something to keep you busy at Broughal. We just have a brand new school. It has too be the most beautiful school I've ever been in. We even have a planatarium, green house, and green roof. That's something most schools don't have. I will always be a Broughal rocket!!
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