Serving 1,152 students in grades 6-8, Wissahickon Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wissahickon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wissahickon Middle School's student population of 1,152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
Wissahickon Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wissahickon Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#560 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Wissahickon Middle School's ranking?
Wissahickon Middle School is ranked #560 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wissahickon Middle School often compared to?
Wissahickon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial Middle School, Sandy Run Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wissahickon Middle School?
1,152 students attend Wissahickon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wissahickon Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wissahickon Middle School?
Wissahickon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wissahickon Middle School offer ?
Wissahickon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wissahickon Middle School part of?
Wissahickon Middle School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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