Serving 869 students in grades 5-8, Northwest Middle 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 869 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Middle 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 Northwest Middle School is 0.22, 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
#2636 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #2636 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
869 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Reading School District.
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