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West Hempfield Middle School

156 Northumberland Road
Irwin, PA 15642
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, West Hempfield 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 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 8% 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: 559 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

West Hempfield Middle School's student population of 559 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers

School Rankings

West Hempfield 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 West Hempfield Middle School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1189 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(22-23)
43%
38%
65%
55%
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 West Hempfield Middle School's ranking?
West Hempfield Middle School is ranked #1189 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 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Hempfield Middle School?
559 students attend West Hempfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Hempfield Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hempfield Middle School?
West Hempfield Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Hempfield Middle School offer ?
West Hempfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hempfield Middle School part of?
West Hempfield Middle School is part of Hempfield Area School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 559 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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