Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Harrold Middle School 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 was 43% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 71% (which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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Harrold Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Harrold Middle School's ranking?
Harrold Middle School is ranked #853 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 38% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Harrold Middle School?
371 students attend Harrold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Harrold Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrold Middle School?
Harrold Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harrold Middle School offer ?
Harrold Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrold Middle School part of?
Harrold Middle School is part of Hempfield Area School District.
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