Serving 1,074 students in grades 6-8, Chambersburg Area Middle School - South 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,074 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South's student population of 1,074 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,074 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
384 acres
School Motto
'Safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.'
School Rankings
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South 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 Chambersburg Area Middle School - South is 0.62, 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
#1603 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
53%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Chambersburg Area Middle School - South's ranking?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South is ranked #1603 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chambersburg Area Middle School - South often compared to?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - Southis often viewed alongside schools like Chambersburg Area Middle School - North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chambersburg Area Middle School - South?
1,074 students attend Chambersburg Area Middle School - South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Chambersburg Area Middle School - South students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chambersburg Area Middle School - South?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chambersburg Area Middle School - South offer ?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chambersburg Area Middle School - South part of?
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South is part of Chambersburg Area School District.
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