Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, Lamberton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamberton Middle School's student population of 549 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bison
School Rankings
Lamberton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamberton Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1573 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamberton Middle School's ranking?
Lamberton Middle School is ranked #1573 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lamberton Middle School often compared to?
Lamberton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lamberton Middle School?
549 students attend Lamberton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lamberton Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamberton Middle School?
Lamberton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lamberton Middle School offer ?
Lamberton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lamberton Middle School part of?
Lamberton Middle School is part of Carlisle Area School District.
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