Serving 354 students in grades 6, 6th Grade Center ranks in the top 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
6th Grade Center's student population of 354 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
6th Grade Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 6th Grade Center is 0.39, 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
#1110 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 6th Grade Center's ranking?
6th Grade Center is ranked #1110 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend 6th Grade Center?
354 students attend 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of 6th Grade Center students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 6th Grade Center?
6th Grade Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does 6th Grade Center offer ?
6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 6th Grade Center part of?
6th Grade Center is part of Quakertown Community School District.
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