Serving 376 students in grades 6-8, Huntingdon Area 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 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huntingdon Area Middle School's student population of 376 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Helping to create a kinder world where no child is hungry or excluded due to financial hardship.
School Rankings
Huntingdon Area 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 Huntingdon Area Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1645 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntingdon Area Middle School's ranking?
Huntingdon Area Middle School is ranked #1645 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Huntingdon Area Middle School often compared to?
Huntingdon Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Community Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Huntingdon Area Middle School?
376 students attend Huntingdon Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Huntingdon Area Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntingdon Area Middle School?
Huntingdon Area Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Huntingdon Area Middle School offer ?
Huntingdon Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huntingdon Area Middle School part of?
Huntingdon Area Middle School is part of Huntingdon Area School District.
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