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Very Good

#968 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 34% in state

Charles H Boehm MS

Middle School · Pennsbury SD

866 Big Oak Rd, Yardley, PA 19067

Enrollment

682

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#968 of 2,846

In Yardley

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#10 of 14

Pennsbury SD

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Charles H Boehm MS

7.2/10

Middle School in Yardley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Charles H Boehm MS

Charles H Boehm MS is a public middle school in Yardley, PA, part of Pennsbury SD. Charles H Boehm MS serves approximately 682 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles H Boehm MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Charles H Boehm MS show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • PA avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Charles H Boehm MS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.6% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.3% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,211
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Charles H Boehm MS — Students at Charles H Boehm MS score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.5% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.4% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
37.2%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
49.8%
ELA
68.3%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Charles H Boehm MS Compares

See how Charles H Boehm MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in PA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

866 Big Oak Rd, Yardley, PA 19067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles H Boehm MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. William Penn MS (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pennwood MS (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yardley, see our Yardley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
William Penn MS Yardley 0.2 mi 6.7
Pennwood MS Yardley 0.3 mi 6.2
Eleanor Roosevelt El Sch Morrisville 0.6 mi 7.6
Makefield El Sch Yardley 1.0 mi 7.8
VALLEY DAY SCHOOL Morrisville 0.9 mi 7.9
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairless Hills 1.3 mi 6.7
Edgewood El Sch Yardley 1.3 mi 9.4
Fallsington El Sch Fallsington 1.4 mi 9.3
ST IGNATIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yardley 1.7 mi 5.3
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF BUCKS COUNTY Fairless Hills 1.8 mi
KOL EMET PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Yardley 1.5 mi
ABRAMS HEBREW ACADEMY Yardley 2.1 mi 7.1
Bucks County Montessori CS Fairless Hills 2.1 mi 9.0
Pennsbury HS Fairless Hills 2.5 mi 7.7
Grandview El Sch Morrisville 2.0 mi 4.0
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Morrisville 2.0 mi
Manor El Sch Levittown 2.6 mi 6.6
The Village Charter School Trenton 2.5 mi 4.5
Morrisville HS Morrisville 2.0 mi 6.4
Morrisville Intermediate Sch Morrisville 2.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,604

Median Home Value

$483,000

Median Rent

$1,599/mo

Population

53,596

College Educated

56.1%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles H Boehm MS

What grades does Charles H Boehm MS serve?

Charles H Boehm MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Charles H Boehm MS?

Charles H Boehm MS has an enrollment of approximately 682 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles H Boehm MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles H Boehm MS is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles H Boehm MS rank in PA?

Charles H Boehm MS ranks #968 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Charles H Boehm MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles H Boehm MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Charles H Boehm MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles H Boehm MS has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Charles H Boehm MS a charter school?

No, Charles H Boehm MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charles H Boehm MS a Title I school?

No, Charles H Boehm MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles H Boehm MS?

30.9% of students at Charles H Boehm 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bucks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Pennsbury SD
District Enrollment
9,596
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,211
District Rank
#10 of 14

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