Serving 561 students in grades 6-8, Middletown 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middletown Area Middle School's student population of 561 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middletown 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 Middletown Area Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2119 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middletown Area Middle School's ranking?
Middletown Area Middle School is ranked #2119 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Middletown Area Middle School often compared to?
Middletown Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Dauphin Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Middletown Area Middle School?
561 students attend Middletown Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Middletown Area Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middletown Area Middle School?
Middletown Area Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middletown Area Middle School offer ?
Middletown Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middletown Area Middle School part of?
Middletown Area Middle School is part of Middletown Area School District.
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