Serving 1,208 students in grades 7-9, Penndale 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 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penndale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Penndale Middle School's student population of 1,208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
1,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penndale 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 Penndale Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1577 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penndale Middle School's ranking?
Penndale Middle School is ranked #1577 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penndale Middle School often compared to?
Penndale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennbrook Middle School, Pennfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penndale Middle School?
1,208 students attend Penndale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Penndale Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penndale Middle School?
Penndale Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penndale Middle School offer ?
Penndale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Penndale Middle School part of?
Penndale Middle School is part of North Penn School District.
School Reviews
5 10/31/2020
Great staff and learning environment. Caring staff and teachers. Many activities, sports and music courses for everyone. Everyone that wants to be included has an opportunity to join. Best school in the North Penn School District.
2 10/24/2009
Great academics. Alot of activities. None. ehh. None!
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