Average
#1705 of 2,846 schools in PA
Berwick Area MS
Middle School · Berwick Area SD
1100 Evergreen Drive, Berwick, PA 18603
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,705 of 2,846
In Berwick
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Berwick Area SD
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Berwick Area MS
Middle School in Berwick · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Berwick Area HS
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About Berwick Area MS
Berwick Area MS is a public middle school in Berwick, PA, part of Berwick Area SD. Berwick Area MS serves approximately 878 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Berwick Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,705 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Berwick Area MS show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Berwick Area MS — Students at Berwick Area MS score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Berwick Area MS Compares
See how Berwick Area MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1100 Evergreen Drive, Berwick, PA 18603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berwick Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Benton Area MS (rated 7.6/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Benton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Columbia MS (rated 7.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Bloomsburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berwick, see our Berwick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Berwick Area HS Berwick | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Salem El Sch Berwick | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Berwick | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Nescopeck El Sch Nescopeck | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| West Berwick El Sch Berwick | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Northwest Area HS Shickshinny | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Northwest Area Primary Sch Shickshinny | 8.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Beaver-Main El Sch Bloomsburg | 8.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Central Columbia El Sch Bloomsburg | 7.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Columbia-Montour Area Vocational-Technical School Bloomsburg | 7.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Columbia SHS Bloomsburg | 7.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Central Columbia MS Bloomsburg | 7.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Valley El/MS Sugarloaf | 9.6 mi | 3.2 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Conyngham | 9.8 mi | — |
| Northwest Area Intermediate Sch Shickshinny | 12.2 mi | 6.4 |
| L R Appleman El Sch Benton | 12.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Benton Area MS Benton | 12.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Benton Area HS Benton | 12.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Ross El Sch Lehman | 14.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Drums El/MS Drums | 12.4 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,969
Median Home Value
$164,500
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
18,985
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
47
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|---|---|
| Avon Grove MS West Grove, PA | 5.8 |
| E N Peirce MS West Chester, PA | 5.8 |
| Elizabeth Forward MS Elizabeth, PA | 5.8 |
| Indian Valley MS Harleysville, PA | 5.8 |
| James S Wilson MS Erie, PA | 5.8 |
| Nazareth Area MS Nazareth, PA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berwick Area MS
What grades does Berwick Area MS serve?
Berwick Area MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Berwick Area MS?
Berwick Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 878 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berwick Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Berwick Area MS is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Berwick Area MS rank in PA?
Berwick Area MS ranks #1,705 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Berwick Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Berwick Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Berwick Area MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Berwick Area MS has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Berwick Area MS a charter school?
No, Berwick Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Berwick Area MS a Title I school?
No, Berwick Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berwick Area MS?
99.4% of students at Berwick Area MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 878
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.4%
- Phone
- (570) 759-6400
Resources & Links
District
Berwick Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,626
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,203
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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