Serving 1,626 students in grades 6-8, Haverford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher 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 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haverford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Haverford Middle School's student population of 1,626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Haverford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haverford Middle School is 0.35, 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
#507 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Haverford Middle School's ranking?
Haverford Middle School is ranked #507 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Haverford Middle School often compared to?
Haverford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radnor Middle School, Penn Wood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Haverford Middle School?
1,626 students attend Haverford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Haverford Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haverford Middle School?
Haverford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haverford Middle School offer ?
Haverford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Haverford Middle School part of?
Haverford Middle School is part of Haverford Township School District.
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