Serving 868 students in grades 7-8, Owen J Roberts 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 37% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owen J Roberts Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Owen J Roberts Middle School's student population of 868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Rankings
Owen J Roberts 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 Owen J Roberts Middle School is 0.41, 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
#862 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Owen J Roberts Middle School's ranking?
Owen J Roberts Middle School is ranked #862 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Owen J Roberts Middle School?
868 students attend Owen J Roberts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Owen J Roberts Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owen J Roberts Middle School?
Owen J Roberts Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owen J Roberts Middle School offer ?
Owen J Roberts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owen J Roberts Middle School part of?
Owen J Roberts Middle School is part of Owen J Roberts School District.
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