Serving 876 students in grades 6-8, Paxon Hollow Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxon Hollow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Paxon Hollow Middle School's student population of 876 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
876 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paxon Hollow Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paxon Hollow Middle School is 0.36, 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
#441 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Paxon Hollow Middle School's ranking?
Paxon Hollow Middle School is ranked #441 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paxon Hollow Middle School often compared to?
Paxon Hollow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haverford Middle School, Garnet Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paxon Hollow Middle School?
876 students attend Paxon Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Paxon Hollow Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paxon Hollow Middle School?
Paxon Hollow Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxon Hollow Middle School offer ?
Paxon Hollow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paxon Hollow Middle School part of?
Paxon Hollow Middle School is part of Marple Newtown School District.
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