Serving 607 students in grades 7-8, Ephrata Middle School 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 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ephrata Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ephrata Middle School's student population of 607 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Motto
ACHIEVING SUCCESS, ONE STUDENT AT A TIME
School Rankings
Ephrata Middle School 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 Ephrata 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
#1839 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Ephrata Middle School's ranking?
Ephrata Middle School is ranked #1839 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ephrata Middle School often compared to?
Ephrata Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Spot Middle School, Manheim Central Middle School, Cocalico Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ephrata Middle School?
607 students attend Ephrata Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ephrata Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ephrata Middle School?
Ephrata Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ephrata Middle School offer ?
Ephrata Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ephrata Middle School part of?
Ephrata Middle School is part of Ephrata Area School District.
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