Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Boyertown Area Ms-west ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boyertown Area Ms-west's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Boyertown Area Ms-west 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 Boyertown Area Ms-west is 0.29, 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
#1529 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyertown Area Ms-west's ranking?
Boyertown Area Ms-west is ranked #1529 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Boyertown Area Ms-west often compared to?
Boyertown Area Ms-westis often viewed alongside schools like Oley Valley Middle School, Fleetwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Boyertown Area Ms-west?
699 students attend Boyertown Area Ms-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Boyertown Area Ms-west students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyertown Area Ms-west?
Boyertown Area Ms-west has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Boyertown Area Ms-west offer ?
Boyertown Area Ms-west offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyertown Area Ms-west part of?
Boyertown Area Ms-west is part of Boyertown Area School District.
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