Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Park Forest 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 49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 21% of the student body (majority 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: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Forest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Forest Middle School's student population of 815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Forest 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 Park Forest Middle School is 0.37, 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
#623 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
79%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Park Forest Middle School's ranking?
Park Forest Middle School is ranked #623 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Park Forest Middle School often compared to?
Park Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Nittany Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Park Forest Middle School?
815 students attend Park Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Park Forest Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Forest Middle School?
Park Forest Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Forest Middle School offer ?
Park Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Park Forest Middle School part of?
Park Forest Middle School is part of State College Area School District.
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