Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Eyer Middle School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eyer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Eyer Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eyer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eyer Middle School is 0.43, 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
#984 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eyer Middle School's ranking?
Eyer Middle School is ranked #984 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Eyer Middle School often compared to?
Eyer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Macungie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Eyer Middle School?
847 students attend Eyer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Eyer Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eyer Middle School?
Eyer Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eyer Middle School offer ?
Eyer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eyer Middle School part of?
Eyer Middle School is part of East Penn School District.
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