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Chestnut Ridge Middle School

Chestnut Ridge SD · Bedford County · 3281 Valley Road, Fishertown, PA 15539.0

(814)839-4195

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6/10
#670
Rank 670 out of 1,545
Top 43%
English Language Arts7/10 · #559 · 64th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #870 · 44th percentile
Science7/10 · #460 · 68th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of Bedford County, Chestnut Ridge Middle School serves a tight-knit rural community where neighbors tend to know each other and school events draw a real crowd. The school shows particular strength in English and Science, making it a solid fit for families who value well-rounded academics in a small-school setting where kids don't get lost in the shuffle. Fishertown and the surrounding area have a quiet, unhurried pace of life that appeals to families looking for a slower rhythm outside of Pennsylvania's bigger metro areas.

Student Demographics

412 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
394 (96%)
Hispanic
10 (2%)
Other
8 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged213 (52%)
Students with Disabilities91 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

424
Enrollment
33.6
Teachers (FTE)
12.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #1498 · 5th percentile

3 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.