Serving 877 students in grades 6-8, Francis D Raub 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis D Raub Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Francis D Raub Middle School's student population of 877 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Francis D Raub 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 Francis D Raub 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
#2647 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
78%
15%
Black
12%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
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 Francis D Raub Middle School's ranking?
Francis D Raub Middle School is ranked #2647 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Francis D Raub Middle School often compared to?
Francis D Raub Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mountain Middle School, Harrison-morton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Francis D Raub Middle School?
877 students attend Francis D Raub Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Francis D Raub Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis D Raub Middle School?
Francis D Raub Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis D Raub Middle School offer ?
Francis D Raub Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis D Raub Middle School part of?
Francis D Raub Middle School is part of Allentown City School District.
In what neighborhood is Francis D Raub Middle School located?
Francis D Raub Middle School is located in the Union Terrace neighborhood of Allentown, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Union Terrace.
School Reviews
3 11/2/2020
When i was in Elementary School, my mom didn't want me to go here because people said it''s a horrible school. But my mom and i decided i should go since my Elementary school teacher recommended me to go just to see and i really liked it all the teachers i had were really nice and helped my friends and I get good grades. I feel like the only reason people say it''s a bad school is because some kids don't have parents that are on top of them either because they work too much or they stay at home doing nothing which basically is a way of giving your kid the say so to do what they want like fighting or causing drama at school. If you send your kid there, I will make sure to ask him/her how school was and communicate with teachers and they will do fine.
2 9/20/2018
I think this school should let the kids have one day to wear there regular clothing
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