Serving 689 students in grades 6-8, Greencastle-antrim 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 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greencastle-antrim Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Greencastle-antrim Middle School's student population of 689 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greencastle-antrim 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 Greencastle-antrim Middle School is 0.26, 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
#1053 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greencastle-antrim Middle School's ranking?
Greencastle-antrim Middle School is ranked #1053 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Greencastle-antrim Middle School often compared to?
Greencastle-antrim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like chambersburg area Middle School - north, Waynesboro Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greencastle-antrim Middle School?
689 students attend Greencastle-antrim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Greencastle-antrim Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greencastle-antrim Middle School?
Greencastle-antrim Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greencastle-antrim Middle School offer ?
Greencastle-antrim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greencastle-antrim Middle School part of?
Greencastle-antrim Middle School is part of Greencastle-Antrim School District.
School Reviews
5 3/31/2021
I am very impressed with the Middle School teacher, Mrs. Tyler. She teaches a Life skill class of which my granddaughter attends. She was in school last year, but is now virtual because of the pandemic. Mrs. Tyler has done a great job teaching virtual as well as in person teaching. She sees that each child is learning well and has the tools needed to succeed. She deserves much praise and thanks.
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