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#1813 of 2,846 schools in PA
Neil a Armstrong MS
Middle School · Bristol Township SD
475 Wistar Rd, Fairless Hills, PA 19030
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
663
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,813 of 2,846
In Fairless Hills
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Bristol Township SD
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Neil a Armstrong MS
Middle School in Fairless Hills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Neil a Armstrong MS
Neil a Armstrong MS is a public middle school in Fairless Hills, PA, part of Bristol Township SD. Neil a Armstrong MS serves approximately 663 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Neil a Armstrong MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,813 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Neil a Armstrong MS show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Neil a Armstrong MS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Neil a Armstrong MS — Students at Neil a Armstrong MS score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 6.9/10.
How Neil a Armstrong MS Compares
See how Neil a Armstrong 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
475 Wistar Rd, Fairless Hills, PA 19030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Neil a Armstrong MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sandburg MS (rated 4.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Levittown), a more accessible option. Additionally, Benjamin Franklin MS (rated 3.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Levittown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fairless Hills, see our Fairless Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONWELL EGAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fairless Hills | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Bucks County Technical High School Fairless Hills | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Oxford Valley El Sch Fairless Hills | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairless Hills | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Pennsbury HS Fairless Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Buck El Sch Levittown | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Levittown | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Levittown | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF BUCKS COUNTY Fairless Hills | 1.6 mi | — |
| Mill Creek El Sch Levittown | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Miller El Sch Levittown | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin MS Levittown | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Sandburg MS Levittown | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Schweitzer El Sch Levittown | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Truman SHS Levittown | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Manor El Sch Levittown | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Brookwood El Sch Levittown | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Penn Valley El Sch Levittown | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Walt Disney El Sch Levittown | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairless Hills | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,411
Median Home Value
$344,300
Median Rent
$1,259/mo
Population
12,310
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Neil a Armstrong MS
What grades does Neil a Armstrong MS serve?
Neil a Armstrong MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Neil a Armstrong MS?
Neil a Armstrong MS has an enrollment of approximately 663 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neil a Armstrong MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Neil a Armstrong MS is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Neil a Armstrong MS rank in PA?
Neil a Armstrong MS ranks #1,813 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Neil a Armstrong MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Neil a Armstrong 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 Neil a Armstrong MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Neil a Armstrong MS has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Neil a Armstrong MS a charter school?
No, Neil a Armstrong MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Neil a Armstrong MS a Title I school?
No, Neil a Armstrong MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neil a Armstrong MS?
100.0% of students at Neil a Armstrong 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 663
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bucks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (215) 945-4940
Resources & Links
District
Bristol Township SD- District Enrollment
- 6,111
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,612
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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