Serving 844 students in grades 7-8, Central York 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central York Middle School's student population of 844 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
844 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Central York 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 Central York Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1680 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central York Middle School's ranking?
Central York Middle School is ranked #1680 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Central York Middle School often compared to?
Central York Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Boone Area Middle School, Dallastown Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Central York Middle School?
844 students attend Central York Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Central York Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central York Middle School?
Central York Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central York Middle School offer ?
Central York Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central York Middle School part of?
Central York Middle School is part of Central York School District.
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