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#1403 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 49% in state
North Brandywine MS
Middle School · Coatesville Area SD
256 Reeceville Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 7th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,403 of 2,846
In Coatesville
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Coatesville Area SD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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North Brandywine MS
Middle School in Coatesville · grades 7th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Brandywine MS
North Brandywine MS is a public middle school in Coatesville, PA, part of Coatesville Area SD. North Brandywine MS serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades 7th-7th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Brandywine MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,403 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for North Brandywine MS show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at North Brandywine 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.
45% of students at North Brandywine MS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Brandywine MS — Students at North Brandywine MS score 24% 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 10 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How North Brandywine MS Compares
See how North Brandywine 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
256 Reeceville Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Brandywine MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Downingtown MS (rated 6.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Downingtown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Scott MS (rated 3.4/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Coatesville, see our Coatesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Reeceville El Sch Coatesville | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Coatesville Intermediate HS Coatsville | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Coatesville Area SHS Coatesville | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Scott MS Coatesville | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II REGIONAL CATHOLIC ELEM SCHOOL Coatesville | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Caln El Sch Thorndale | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Brandywine-Wallace El Sch Downingtown | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| East Fallowfield El Sch East Fallowfield | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
| West Bradford El Sch Downingtown | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Rainbow El Sch Coatesville | 3.7 mi | 3.5 |
| CREATIVE KIDS OF DOWNINGTOWN Downingtown | 3.9 mi | — |
| Beaver Creek El Sch Downingtown | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Downingtown MS Downingtown | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Downingtown HS West Campus Downingtown | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Springton Manor El Sch Glenmoore | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Downingtown STEM Academy Downingtown | 4.2 mi | 9.4 |
| ST PHILOMENA ACADEMY Coatesville | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coatesville | 4.5 mi | — |
| Bradford Hgts El Sch Downingtown | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Kings Highway El Sch Coatesville | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,852
Median Home Value
$302,700
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
55,671
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Brandywine MS
What grades does North Brandywine MS serve?
North Brandywine MS serves students in grades 7th through 7th.
How many students attend North Brandywine MS?
North Brandywine MS has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Brandywine MS?
The student-teacher ratio at North Brandywine MS is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Brandywine MS rank in PA?
North Brandywine MS ranks #1,403 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is North Brandywine MS's MySchoolScout rating?
North Brandywine MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 North Brandywine MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Brandywine MS has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is North Brandywine MS a charter school?
No, North Brandywine MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Brandywine MS a Title I school?
No, North Brandywine MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Brandywine MS?
100.0% of students at North Brandywine 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
- 7th – 7th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (412) 351-0698
Resources & Links
District
Coatesville Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,340
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,694
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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