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#803 of 2,746 schools in PA
Top 29% in state
Phoenixville Area MS
Middle School · Phoenixville Area SD
1000 Purple Pride Parkway, Phoenixville, PA 19460
About Phoenixville Area MS
Phoenixville Area MS serves 945 students in grades 6 through 8 in Chester County, Pennsylvania, with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6 to 1 among its 75 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks in the 66th percentile statewide, placing at #968 out of 2,852 Pennsylvania schools, reflecting solid middle-tier performance within the state's educational landscape. Academically, the school demonstrates particular strength in English Language Arts, where 70% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels.
Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, with 41% of students reaching proficiency standards. These results reflect the school's ongoing focus on supporting student development across core subject areas. The school draws from an affluent community where the median household income reaches $114,190 and 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
With a low poverty rate of just 6% and median home values of $391,800, the surrounding area reflects a well-educated, economically stable population of over 43,000 residents. Located at 1000 Purple Pride Parkway, Phoenixville Area MS operates within a large suburban setting that combines the benefits of community closeness with access to broader educational and cultural resources throughout the greater Philadelphia region.
Score Breakdown
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Phoenixville Area MS — Students at Phoenixville Area MS score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.1/10.
How Phoenixville Area MS Compares
See how Phoenixville Area MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 44% (2019) to 41.6% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 74% (2019) to 70.2% (2024).
Location
1000 Purple Pride Parkway, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenixville Early Learning Ctr Phoenixville | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Manavon El Sch Phoenixville | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Phoenixville Area HS Phoenixville | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Barkley El Sch Phoenixville | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Schuylkill El Sch Phoenixville | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Chester County Tech College HS - Pickering Campus Phoenixville | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Renaissance Academy Charter School Phoenixville | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Charlestown El Sch Malvern | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Spring City El Sch Spring City | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Oaks El Sch Oaks | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Royersford El Sch Royersford | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Spring-Ford MS 8th Grade Ctr Royersford | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Spring-Ford Intrmd Sch 5th/6th Royersford | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Spring-Ford MS 7th Grade Ctr Royersford | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Spring-Ford SHS 9-12 Ctr Royersford | 4.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Upper Providence El Sch Royersford | 4.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Great Valley MS Malvern | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Great Valley HS Malvern | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Brooke El Sch Royersford | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Kathryn D. Markley El Sch Malvern | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 19460 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,190
Median Home Value
$391,800
Median Rent
$1,538/mo
Population
43,246
College Educated
57.5%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phoenixville Area MS
What grades does Phoenixville Area MS serve?
Phoenixville Area MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Phoenixville Area MS?
Phoenixville Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 945 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phoenixville Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Phoenixville Area MS is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phoenixville Area MS rank in PA?
Phoenixville Area MS is ranked #803 out of 2,746 schools in PA.
What is Phoenixville Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Phoenixville Area MS has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Phoenixville Area MS?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Phoenixville Area MS has 38.6% math proficiency and 70.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Phoenixville Area MS a charter school?
No, Phoenixville Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phoenixville Area MS a Title I school?
No, Phoenixville Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phoenixville Area MS?
33.7% of students at Phoenixville 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
- 945
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (484) 927-5200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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