Serving 727 students in grades 5-8, Blockson 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 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blockson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Blockson Middle School's student population of 727 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blockson 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 Blockson Middle School is 0.58, which is less 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
#2555 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
59%
15%
Black
26%
14%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blockson Middle School's ranking?
Blockson Middle School is ranked #2555 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blockson Middle School often compared to?
Blockson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Norriton Middle School, Eisenhower 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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blockson Middle School?
727 students attend Blockson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Blockson Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blockson Middle School?
Blockson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blockson Middle School offer ?
Blockson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Blockson Middle School part of?
Blockson Middle School is part of Norristown Area School District.
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