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Daniel Boone Area MS

Middle School · Daniel Boone Area SD

1845 Weavertown Rd, Douglassville, PA 19518

Enrollment

917

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,821 of 2,846

In Douglassville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Daniel Boone Area SD

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Daniel Boone Area MS

5.6/10

Middle School in Douglassville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

River Rock Academy Amity Campus

Nearby

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Cntr

7.3/10

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About Daniel Boone Area MS

Daniel Boone Area MS is a public middle school in Douglassville, PA, part of Daniel Boone Area SD. Daniel Boone Area MS serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel Boone Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,821 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Daniel Boone Area MS show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • PA avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

Daniel Boone Area MS sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.7% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.5% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,400
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Daniel Boone Area MS — Students at Daniel Boone Area MS score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
37.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.2% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 38 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
79%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
31.9%
ELA
60.7%
2024
Math
42.9%
ELA
55.3%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Daniel Boone Area MS Compares

See how Daniel Boone Area MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in PA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

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

1845 Weavertown Rd, Douglassville, PA 19518

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Daniel Boone Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BERKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Birdsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Daniel Boone Area Primary Ctr (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Birdsboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Daniel Boone Area HS (rated 8.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Birdsboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Douglassville, see our Douglassville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVER ROCK ACADEMY AMITY CAMPUS Douglassville 0.6 mi
Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Cntr Douglassville 0.8 mi 7.3
JESSIE R WAGNER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Pine Forge 2.5 mi
Daniel Boone Area Primary Ctr Birdsboro 3.1 mi 8.0
PINE FORGE ACADEMY Pine Forge 2.6 mi 6.5
HAPPY HEART EARLY LEARNING CENTER Douglassville 3.5 mi
Daniel Boone Area HS Birdsboro 4.3 mi 8.0
BERKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Birdsboro 4.0 mi 8.2
Earl El Sch Boyertown 5.0 mi 4.1
West Pottsgrove El Sch Stowe 4.8 mi 8.0
MALVERN ACADEMY Stowe 5.1 mi
Barth El Sch Pottstown 5.2 mi 6.0
Owatin Creek El Sch Reading 4.8 mi 4.5
Oley Valley SHS Oley 6.1 mi 8.0
Oley Valley MS Oley 6.0 mi 6.6
Oley Valley El Sch Oley 6.1 mi 6.6
Berks Career and Technology Center-East Campus Oley 6.1 mi
CREATIVE MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pottstown 5.6 mi
Jacksonwald El Sch Reading 5.6 mi 4.8
Lincoln El Sch Pottstown 6.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,954

Median Home Value

$331,100

Median Rent

$1,324/mo

Population

16,793

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daniel Boone Area MS

What grades does Daniel Boone Area MS serve?

Daniel Boone Area MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Daniel Boone Area MS?

Daniel Boone Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel Boone Area MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Daniel Boone Area MS is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Daniel Boone Area MS rank in PA?

Daniel Boone Area MS ranks #1,821 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Daniel Boone Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Daniel Boone Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Daniel Boone Area MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel Boone Area MS has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Daniel Boone Area MS a charter school?

No, Daniel Boone Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Daniel Boone Area MS a Title I school?

No, Daniel Boone Area MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel Boone Area MS?

43.2% of students at Daniel Boone 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Berks County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

Daniel Boone Area SD
District Enrollment
2,947
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,400
District Rank
#4 of 4

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