Serving 460 students in grades 4-8, Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms ranks in the bottom 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms's student population of 460 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms 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 Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1471 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
White
89%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
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 Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms's ranking?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is ranked #1471 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms?
460 students attend Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms offer ?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms part of?
Brandywine Heights Intrmd/ms is part of Brandywine Heights Area School District.
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