Average
#1345 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 47% in state
Easton Area MS
Middle School · Easton Area SD
1010 Echo Trail, Easton, PA 18040
Enrollment
1,904
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,904
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,345 of 2,846
In Easton
#7 of 16
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Easton Area SD
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Easton Area MS
Middle School in Easton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Easton Area MS
Easton Area MS is a public middle school in Easton, PA, part of Easton Area SD. Easton Area MS serves approximately 1,904 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Easton Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,345 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Easton Area MS show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Easton Area MS — Students at Easton Area MS score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 8.3/10.
How Easton Area MS Compares
See how Easton 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
1010 Echo Trail, Easton, PA 18040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Easton Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Phillipsburg Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Phillipsburg), a more accessible option. Additionally, Wilson Area Intermediate Sch (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Easton, see our Easton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shawnee El Sch Easton | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Paxinosa El Sch Easton | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Easton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Forks El Sch Easton | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL SCHOOL Easton | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Easton Arts Academy Elementary CS Easton | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Tracy El Sch Easton | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Wilson Borough El Sch Easton | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Wilson Area HS Easton | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| March El Sch Easton | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Easton Area HS Easton | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Cheston El Sch Easton | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| THE CHILDRENS GARDEN EARLY ED CENTER Easton | 2.0 mi | — |
| Avona El Sch Easton | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Wilson Area Intermediate Sch Easton | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Phillipsburg Middle School Phillipsburg | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Palmer El Sch Easton | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Phillipsburg High School Phillipsburg | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Phillipsburg Elementary School Phillipsburg | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| STS PHILIP & JAMES SCHOOL Phillipsburg | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,994
Median Home Value
$347,800
Median Rent
$1,410/mo
Population
17,183
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
45.6
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|---|---|
| Dallastown Area Intermediate Sch York, PA | 6.3 |
| Upper Merion Area MS King Of Prussia, PA | 6.3 |
| Mountain View MS Mechanicsburg, PA | 6.8 |
| Butler Area IHS Butler, PA | 7.1 |
| Avon Grove MS West Grove, PA | 5.8 |
| Springhouse MS Allentown, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Easton Area MS
What grades does Easton Area MS serve?
Easton Area MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Easton Area MS?
Easton Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,904 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Easton Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Easton Area MS is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Easton Area MS rank in PA?
Easton Area MS ranks #1,345 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Easton Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Easton Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Easton Area MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Easton Area MS has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Easton Area MS a charter school?
No, Easton Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Easton Area MS a Title I school?
No, Easton Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Easton Area MS?
99.8% of students at Easton 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,904
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 139
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Northampton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (610) 250-2460
Resources & Links
District
Easton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,978
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,219
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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