Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Park Forest Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Forest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Forest Middle School's student population of 808 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Park Forest Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Forest Middle School is 0.38, 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
#436 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 Park Forest Middle School's ranking?
Park Forest Middle School is ranked #436 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Park Forest Middle School often compared to?
Park Forest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Nittany Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Park Forest Middle School?
808 students attend Park Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Park Forest Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Forest Middle School?
Park Forest Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Forest Middle School offer ?
Park Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Forest Middle School part of?
Park Forest Middle School is part of State College Area School District.
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