Serving 896 students in grades 5-8, Chichester Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chichester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chichester Middle School's student population of 896 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chichester Middle School 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 Chichester Middle School is 0.70, 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
#2126 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
31%
14%
White
43%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chichester Middle School's ranking?
Chichester Middle School is ranked #2126 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chichester Middle School often compared to?
Chichester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chichester Middle School?
896 students attend Chichester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Chichester Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chichester Middle School?
Chichester Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chichester Middle School offer ?
Chichester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Chichester Middle School part of?
Chichester Middle School is part of Chichester School District.
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