Serving 909 students in grades 6-8, Strath Haven Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Strath Haven Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Strath Haven Middle School's student population of 909 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
909 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strath Haven Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strath Haven 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
#790 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strath Haven Middle School's ranking?
Strath Haven Middle School is ranked #790 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Strath Haven Middle School often compared to?
Strath Haven Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridley Middle School, Haverford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Strath Haven Middle School?
909 students attend Strath Haven Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Strath Haven Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Strath Haven Middle School?
Strath Haven Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Strath Haven Middle School offer ?
Strath Haven Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Strath Haven Middle School part of?
Strath Haven Middle School is part of Wallingford-Swarthmore School District.
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