South Mountain Middle School

South Mountain Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
709 W Emaus Ave,  Allentown, PA
Allentown City School District
2.5
1.8
1,136 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
23%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
23%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
64
Full Time Teachers
64
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.1%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
2.4%
State Average
15.6%
Science
4.4%
State Average
29.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
399:1

Student Diversity

Male
56.9%
Female
43.1%
Hispanic
75.8%
Black
12.3%
White
7%
Two or more races
3.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.5 2 Reviews
4.0 Alum
4/10/2020
South mountain was a pretty good middle school in the Allentown area. I felt like i learned a lot and the classes were challenging, in a good way. The teachers actually cared about the students. The building is overall clean. There were always events going on, which made the experience more exciting. There are also a good amount of clubs and sports, a lot of variety.
GreatSchools Reviews
1.8 6 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/27/2022
Disgusting. Bullying from both teachers and students, yet the district refuses to intervene. Extremely poor education too. I hope this school gets shut down, if you’re sending your kid here, you’re setting them up for failure. Talking about bullying prevention when you refuse to do anything?? Do bet...
1.0 parent
2/24/2015
South mountain middle school in Allentown PA should be shut down. It is one of the worst public schools that I've ever come across for almost 3 years now my son has attended South mountain middle and it's the worst experience you can ever have as a parent the teachers the guidance counselors very re...
1.0 parent
10/21/2013
South Mountain has to be the worse school in the district. They refuses to intervene when my daughter was being bullied by a small group of girls. She has been hit in the face, slapped on the head, pushed into the lockers and intentionally tripped. The principal, teachers and security are aware but...
1.0 parent
3/15/2013
I think this is the worst school I've ever seen. For the past 3 yrs my son has struggled since day one! I am so glad I am relocating back to NY. Teachers there show alot more involvement & discipline. I'd like for my son to grow in life, continue learning & have a great career. Which I feel in this...

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South Mountain Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Allentown, PA and is served by the Allentown City School District in Pennsylvania. The school has a total enrollment of 1,136 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 23% are proficient in reading. South Mountain Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $318,898. Discover additional schools in the area, like Salisbury Senior High School, Building 21 Allentown, William Allen High School, and more. Learn more about what Allentown has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near South Mountain Middle School.

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