Serving 812 students in grades 5-8, Eisenhower 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 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 93% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eisenhower Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eisenhower Middle School's student population of 812 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eisenhower 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 Eisenhower Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2400 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
54%
14%
Black
31%
14%
White
7%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eisenhower Middle School's ranking?
Eisenhower Middle School is ranked #2400 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Eisenhower Middle School often compared to?
Eisenhower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewart Middle School, East Norriton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Eisenhower Middle School?
812 students attend Eisenhower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Eisenhower Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eisenhower Middle School?
Eisenhower Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Middle School offer ?
Eisenhower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Eisenhower Middle School part of?
Eisenhower Middle School is part of Norristown Area School District.
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