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#1747 of 2,846 schools in PA
York Suburban MS
Middle School · York Suburban SD
455 Sundale Dr, York, PA 17402
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,747 of 2,846
In York
#22 of 39
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
York Suburban SD
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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York Suburban MS
Middle School in York · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About York Suburban MS
York Suburban MS is a public middle school in York, PA, part of York Suburban SD. York Suburban MS serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. York Suburban MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,747 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for York Suburban MS show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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York Suburban MS — Students at York Suburban MS score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 3.8/10.
How York Suburban MS Compares
See how York Suburban 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
455 Sundale Dr, York, PA 17402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York Suburban MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central York MS (rated 4.7/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, North Hills El Sch (rated 4.5/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| East York El Sch York | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Yorkshire El Sch York | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Davis Sch York | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| North Hills El Sch York | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Central York MS York | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| GRACE ACADEMY York | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| TIDINGS OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Ore Valley El Sch York | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| York County School of Technology York | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Stony Brook El Sch York | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Hannah Penn York | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Goode Sch York | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Jackson Sch York | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Crispus Attucks CS York | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,134
Median Home Value
$247,800
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
37,074
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
39.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berwick Area MS Berwick, PA | 5.8 |
| Delaware Valley Middle School Milford, PA | 5.8 |
| E N Peirce MS West Chester, PA | 5.8 |
| Eastern York MS Wrightsville, PA | 5.8 |
| Elizabeth Forward MS Elizabeth, PA | 5.8 |
| Indian Valley MS Harleysville, PA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York Suburban MS
What grades does York Suburban MS serve?
York Suburban MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend York Suburban MS?
York Suburban MS has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York Suburban MS?
The student-teacher ratio at York Suburban 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 York Suburban MS rank in PA?
York Suburban MS ranks #1,747 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is York Suburban MS's MySchoolScout rating?
York Suburban MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 York Suburban MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York Suburban MS has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is York Suburban MS a charter school?
No, York Suburban MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York Suburban MS a Title I school?
No, York Suburban MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York Suburban MS?
44.5% of students at York Suburban 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
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (717) 885-1260
Resources & Links
District
York Suburban SD- District Enrollment
- 2,977
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,423
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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