Northern Bedford County Middle/High School is a coeducational combination public middle school and public secondary school in Loysburg, Pennsylvania, United States, serving students in grades 6–12. A private company operates the school under contract with the county, Northern Bedford County School District, Inc.
Serving 198 students in grades 6-8, Northern Bedford County 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Bedford County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Bedford County Middle School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
Northern Bedford County 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 Northern Bedford County Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1166 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Bedford County Middle School's ranking?
Northern Bedford County Middle School is ranked #1166 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Northern Bedford County Middle School?
198 students attend Northern Bedford County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Northern Bedford County Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Bedford County Middle School?
Northern Bedford County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Bedford County Middle School offer ?
Northern Bedford County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Bedford County Middle School part of?
Northern Bedford County Middle School is part of Northern Bedford County School District.
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