Serving 827 students in grades 6-8, Elizabethtown Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabethtown Area Middle School's student population of 827 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
827 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Elizabethtown Area 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 Elizabethtown Area Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1184 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
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: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabethtown Area Middle School's ranking?
Elizabethtown Area Middle School is ranked #1184 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Elizabethtown Area Middle School often compared to?
Elizabethtown Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheatland Middle School, Donegal Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Elizabethtown Area Middle School?
827 students attend Elizabethtown Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Elizabethtown Area Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabethtown Area Middle School?
Elizabethtown Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elizabethtown Area Middle School offer ?
Elizabethtown Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabethtown Area Middle School part of?
Elizabethtown Area Middle School is part of Elizabethtown Area School District.
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