Serving 939 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Run Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Run Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sandy Run Middle School's student population of 939 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Run Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Run Middle School is 0.44, 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
#349 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
8%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Sandy Run Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Run Middle School is ranked #349 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sandy Run Middle School often compared to?
Sandy Run Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wissahickon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sandy Run Middle School?
939 students attend Sandy Run Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Sandy Run Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Run Middle School?
Sandy Run Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandy Run Middle School offer ?
Sandy Run Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandy Run Middle School part of?
Sandy Run Middle School is part of Upper Dublin School District.
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