Serving 654 students in grades 7-8, Arcola Intrmd School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arcola Intrmd School's student population of 654 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Arcola Intrmd School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcola Intrmd School is 0.51, 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
#1072 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Arcola Intrmd School's ranking?
Arcola Intrmd School is ranked #1072 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Arcola Intrmd School often compared to?
Arcola Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perkiomen Valley Ms-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Arcola Intrmd School?
654 students attend Arcola Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Arcola Intrmd School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcola Intrmd School?
Arcola Intrmd School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arcola Intrmd School offer ?
Arcola Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcola Intrmd School part of?
Arcola Intrmd School is part of Methacton School District.
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