Below Average
#2309 of 2,846 schools in PA
Robert K Shafer MS
Middle School · Bensalem Township SD
3333 Hulmeville Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,309 of 2,846
In Bensalem
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Bensalem Township SD
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Robert K Shafer MS
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About Robert K Shafer MS
Robert K Shafer MS is a public middle school in Bensalem, PA, part of Bensalem Township SD. Robert K Shafer MS serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert K Shafer MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,309 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Robert K Shafer MS show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Robert K Shafer 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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Robert K Shafer MS — Students at Robert K Shafer MS score 37% proficient, which is above 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 34 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: 2.3/10.
How Robert K Shafer MS Compares
See how Robert K Shafer 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
3333 Hulmeville Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert K Shafer MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST EPHREM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School Lane CS (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bensalem, see our Bensalem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Cecelia Snyder MS Bensalem | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Russell C Struble El Sch Bensalem | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Cornwells El Sch Bensalem | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PHILADELPHIA CHRISTIAN CENTER ACADEMY Bensalem | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| ST EPHREM SCHOOL Bensalem | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Samuel K Faust El Sch Bensalem | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Decatur Stephen Sch Philadelphia | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush Philadelphia | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Valley El Sch Bensalem | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Beverly City School District Beverly | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Belmont Hills El Sch Bensalem | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Fitzpatrick Aloysius L Sch Philadelphia | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| OUR LADY OF CALVARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Keystone El Sch Croydon | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARTHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,158
Median Home Value
$344,400
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
57,079
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
41.6
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| Camp Curtin Academy Harrisburg, PA | 4.5 |
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| Feltonville Sch of Arts & Sciences Philadelphia, PA | 4.5 |
| Jackson MS Lancaster, PA | 4.5 |
| North Hills El Sch York, PA | 4.5 |
| Northern MS Dillsburg, PA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert K Shafer MS
What grades does Robert K Shafer MS serve?
Robert K Shafer MS serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Robert K Shafer MS?
Robert K Shafer MS has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert K Shafer MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert K Shafer MS is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert K Shafer MS rank in PA?
Robert K Shafer MS ranks #2,309 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Robert K Shafer MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert K Shafer MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Robert K Shafer MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert K Shafer MS has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Robert K Shafer MS a charter school?
No, Robert K Shafer MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert K Shafer MS a Title I school?
No, Robert K Shafer MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert K Shafer MS?
100.0% of students at Robert K Shafer 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bucks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (215) 750-2800
Resources & Links
District
Bensalem Township SD- District Enrollment
- 6,329
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,291
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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