Serving 747 students in grades 7-8, Nazareth Area 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 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nazareth Area Middle School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Nazareth Area 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 Nazareth Area Middle School is 0.38, 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
#989 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Nazareth Area Middle School's ranking?
Nazareth Area Middle School is ranked #989 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nazareth Area Middle School often compared to?
Nazareth Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Easton Area 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 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nazareth Area Middle School?
747 students attend Nazareth Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Nazareth Area Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nazareth Area Middle School?
Nazareth Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nazareth Area Middle School offer ?
Nazareth Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nazareth Area Middle School part of?
Nazareth Area Middle School is part of Nazareth Area School District.
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