Below Average
#2154 of 2,846 schools in PA
Lehighton Area MS
Middle School · Lehighton Area SD
301 Beaver Run Rd, Lehighton, PA 18235
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,154 of 2,846
In Lehighton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Lehighton Area SD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Lehighton Area MS
Middle School in Lehighton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Willow Academy
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Lehighton Area Elementary Center
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Lehighton Area MS
Lehighton Area MS is a public middle school in Lehighton, PA, part of Lehighton Area SD. Lehighton Area MS serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lehighton Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,154 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lehighton Area MS show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Lehighton Area MS — Students at Lehighton Area MS score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 4.1/10.
How Lehighton Area MS Compares
See how Lehighton 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
301 Beaver Run Rd, Lehighton, PA 18235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lehighton Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Palmerton Area JHS (rated 6.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Palmerton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Panther Valley Intermediate Sch (rated 4.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lansford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lehighton, see our Lehighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLOW ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center Lehighton | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Lehighton Area HS Lehighton | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.7 mi | — |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 3.3 mi | 4.1 |
| MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY Lehighton | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Panther Valley El Sch Nesquehoning | 5.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Palmerton Area HS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkside Education Center Palmerton | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 6.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 6.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Slatington El Sch Slatington | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Northern Lehigh SHS Slatington | 7.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,626
Median Home Value
$218,000
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,121
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lehighton Area MS
What grades does Lehighton Area MS serve?
Lehighton Area MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Lehighton Area MS?
Lehighton Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lehighton Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Lehighton Area MS is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lehighton Area MS rank in PA?
Lehighton Area MS ranks #2,154 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lehighton Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Lehighton Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Lehighton Area MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lehighton Area MS has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lehighton Area MS a charter school?
No, Lehighton Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lehighton Area MS a Title I school?
No, Lehighton Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lehighton Area MS?
49.8% of students at Lehighton 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
- 504
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (610) 377-6535
Resources & Links
District
Lehighton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,122
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,076
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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