Serving 1,007 students in grades 6-8, South Mountain 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 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,007 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Mountain 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 South Mountain Middle School is 0.41, 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
#2554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
76%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
7%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mountain Middle School's ranking?
South Mountain Middle School is ranked #2554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are South Mountain Middle School often compared to?
South Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trexler Middle School, Francis D Raub Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend South Mountain Middle School?
1,007 students attend South Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of South Mountain Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Mountain Middle School?
South Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Mountain Middle School offer ?
South Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Mountain Middle School part of?
South Mountain Middle School is part of Allentown City School District.
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