Serving 397 students in grades 6-8, Wayne Highlands 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 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne Highlands Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wayne Highlands Middle School's student population of 397 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Wayne Highlands 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 Wayne Highlands Middle School is 0.20, 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
#524 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Wayne Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Wayne Highlands Middle School is ranked #524 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wayne Highlands Middle School often compared to?
Wayne Highlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Damascus Area School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wayne Highlands Middle School?
397 students attend Wayne Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wayne Highlands Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne Highlands Middle School?
Wayne Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayne Highlands Middle School offer ?
Wayne Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Highlands Middle School part of?
Wayne Highlands Middle School is part of Wayne Highlands School District.
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