Serving 518 students in grades 4-8, Wind Gap 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 37% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wind Gap Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wind Gap Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wind Gap 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 Wind Gap Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1587 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wind Gap Middle School's ranking?
Wind Gap Middle School is ranked #1587 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wind Gap Middle School?
518 students attend Wind Gap Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wind Gap Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wind Gap Middle School?
Wind Gap Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wind Gap Middle School offer ?
Wind Gap Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wind Gap Middle School part of?
Wind Gap Middle School is part of Pen Argyl Area School District.
School Reviews
4 9/28/2020
This school doesn't grade finished work that's ON TIME. I always have to email to teachers!
1 1/29/2020
Although I went to this school and was fine, I now have 3 children in the district, one with an IEP (meaning he had been evaluated and has special needs in learning) giving him additional rights by law to allow for his disabilities in learning. In fact, the head of special education not only pushed me to send my son to an alternative school but also lied to me stating I needed to drop his IEP for him to return to the district. This is in violation of the law and I have it in my email. When I brought the information to the district office hoping the school board would see what was happening, I was sent a letter in the mail with a recommendation my son be I the IU 20. For some parents I am sure this is a great option, for my son, on the other hand, there were no steps taken in between going to the regular education classroom and being sent to the IU 20. He was 6 and had never been violent yet was restrained several times at this school. I could go on, but it will almost sound made up with how absurd the district is. After fighting back, I was not allowed to contact the teachers, my son had in elementary school. He is a bright boy but does need accommodations which we worked through in 2nd grade and then it all dropped off. It has caused our family tremendous stress, and no one is even willing to give contact information for the super intendant, so I wonder, what else is being hidden? Would the super intendant resolve the issue or is he part of the problem as well? Bottom line, of your child is not naturally gifted in school they will not be supported here. Do not move to this district if your child has ADHD, audio processing issues, or emotional support needs. They are not willing to accommodate their obligations. Your child deserves more.
1 1/29/2020
I have submitted a full review, but it is not posting. So in a short review, do not take the word of the educators in an executive position is Tricia Viglione, though will be lied to. You will be pushed so their agenda is met when all your child may need is a little extra support from the staff. And it you try to escalate the issues you will not he gave the information to the super intendant, you will be told to can't be provided despite your paying school taxes and having a child drowning in distress because the school refuses to accommodate their needs.
5 7/22/2013
I would like a 2123-2014 calendar.
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