Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, North Pocono 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Pocono Middle School's student population of 700 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Pocono 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 North Pocono Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1169 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pocono Middle School's ranking?
North Pocono Middle School is ranked #1169 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Pocono Middle School often compared to?
North Pocono Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Pocono Middle School?
700 students attend North Pocono Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Pocono Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Pocono Middle School?
North Pocono Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Pocono Middle School offer ?
North Pocono Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Pocono Middle School part of?
North Pocono Middle School is part of North Pocono School District.
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