Serving 1,006 students in grades 7-9, Muhlenberg Jr High 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 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muhlenberg Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Muhlenberg Jr High School's student population of 1,006 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Muhlenberg Jr High 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 Muhlenberg Jr High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2363 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
63%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
22%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muhlenberg Jr High School's ranking?
Muhlenberg Jr High School is ranked #2363 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Muhlenberg Jr High School often compared to?
Muhlenberg Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulpehocken Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Muhlenberg Jr High School?
1,006 students attend Muhlenberg Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Muhlenberg Jr High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muhlenberg Jr High School?
Muhlenberg Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Muhlenberg Jr High School offer ?
Muhlenberg Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Muhlenberg Jr High School part of?
Muhlenberg Jr High School is part of Muhlenberg School District.
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