Serving 972 students in grades 6-8, Orefield Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 972 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orefield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Orefield Middle School's student population of 972 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
972 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orefield Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orefield Middle School is 0.53, 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
#738 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orefield Middle School's ranking?
Orefield Middle School is ranked #738 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Orefield Middle School often compared to?
Orefield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springhouse Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Orefield Middle School?
972 students attend Orefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Orefield Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orefield Middle School?
Orefield Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orefield Middle School offer ?
Orefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Orefield Middle School part of?
Orefield Middle School is part of Parkland School District.
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