Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, New Brighton Area 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 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Brighton Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
New Brighton Area Middle School's student population of 282 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
鈥淲here Lions Take Pride in Learning鈥
School Rankings
New Brighton Area 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 New Brighton Area Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1917 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Brighton Area Middle School's ranking?
New Brighton Area Middle School is ranked #1917 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend New Brighton Area Middle School?
282 students attend New Brighton Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of New Brighton Area Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Brighton Area Middle School?
New Brighton Area Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Brighton Area Middle School offer ?
New Brighton Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Brighton Area Middle School part of?
New Brighton Area Middle School is part of New Brighton Area School District.
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