Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Pottsgrove 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pottsgrove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pottsgrove Middle School's student population of 700 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pottsgrove 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 Pottsgrove Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1644 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Pottsgrove Middle School's ranking?
Pottsgrove Middle School is ranked #1644 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pottsgrove Middle School often compared to?
Pottsgrove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pottsgrove Sr. High School, Boyertown Area Ms-east, Lower Pottsgrove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pottsgrove Middle School?
700 students attend Pottsgrove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Pottsgrove Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pottsgrove Middle School?
Pottsgrove Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pottsgrove Middle School offer ?
Pottsgrove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pottsgrove Middle School part of?
Pottsgrove Middle School is part of Pottsgrove School District.
In what neighborhood is Pottsgrove Middle School located?
Pottsgrove Middle School is located in the Halfway House neighborhood of Pottstown, PA.
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