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Middletown Area HS

High School · Middletown Area SD

1155 N Union St, Middletown, PA 17057

Enrollment

727

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,625 of 2,846

In Middletown

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Middletown Area SD

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Middletown Area HS

6.0/10

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About Middletown Area HS

Middletown Area HS is a public high school in Middletown, PA, part of Middletown Area SD. Middletown Area HS serves approximately 727 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Middletown Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,625 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Middletown Area HS show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.8% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness3.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation10.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,820
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Middletown Area HS — Students at Middletown Area HS score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
64.0% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
10%
2024
Math
45.6%
ELA
53.8%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Middletown Area HS Compares

See how Middletown Area HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in PA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.8
Sports
13
7 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
10.3% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
7 boys'·6 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1155 N Union St, Middletown, PA 17057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middletown Area HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lower Dauphin HS (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hummelstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Harrisburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Reid El Sch Middletown 0.2 mi 6.3
Middletown Area MS Middletown 0.4 mi 4.4
SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL Middletown 1.2 mi 8.0
Fink El Sch Middletown 1.3 mi 6.4
GODDARD SCHOOL Hummelstown 2.2 mi
Kunkel El Sch Middletown 2.3 mi 7.4
Nye El Sch Hummelstown 3.7 mi 6.2
Lower Dauphin HS Hummelstown 3.7 mi 7.8
Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg 3.6 mi 4.6
Price Hummelstown 4.0 mi
Londonderry El Sch Middletown 3.5 mi 6.6
Rutherford El Sch Harrisburg 4.2 mi 5.8
Lower Dauphin MS Hummelstown 4.1 mi 5.2
THE SAMUEL SCHOOL Harrisburg 3.8 mi
Red Mill El Sch Etters 5.1 mi 6.9
BISHOP MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL Harrisburg 5.1 mi 6.7
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town 4.7 mi 6.0
Swatara MS Steelton 4.6 mi 4.5
Tri-Community El Sch Steelton 4.5 mi 4.6
Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg 4.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,536

Median Home Value

$187,300

Median Rent

$1,122/mo

Population

23,143

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middletown Area HS

What grades does Middletown Area HS serve?

Middletown Area HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Middletown Area HS?

Middletown Area HS has an enrollment of approximately 727 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middletown Area HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Middletown Area HS is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middletown Area HS rank in PA?

Middletown Area HS ranks #1,625 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Middletown Area HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Middletown Area HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Middletown Area HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middletown Area HS has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Middletown Area HS a charter school?

No, Middletown Area HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Middletown Area HS a Title I school?

No, Middletown Area HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middletown Area HS?

49.0% of students at Middletown Area HS 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
727
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dauphin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Middletown Area SD
District Enrollment
2,356
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,820
District Rank
#4 of 5

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