Serving 1,079 students in grades 5-8, Abington Heights Middle School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Abington Heights Middle School's student population of 1,079 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,079 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Abington Heights Middle School 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 Abington Heights Middle School is 0.29, 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
#883 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
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 Abington Heights Middle School's ranking?
Abington Heights Middle School is ranked #883 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Abington Heights Middle School often compared to?
Abington Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pocono Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Abington Heights Middle School?
1,079 students attend Abington Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Abington Heights Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abington Heights Middle School?
Abington Heights Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abington Heights Middle School offer ?
Abington Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abington Heights Middle School part of?
Abington Heights Middle School is part of Abington Heights School District.
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