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Ephrata Middle School

Ephrata Area SD · Lancaster County · 957 Hammon Ave, Ephrata, PA 17522.0

(717)721-1468

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5/10
#279
Rank 279 out of 520
Top 53%
English Language Arts5/10 · #290 · 44th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #292 · 44th percentile
Science7/10 · #182 · 61st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Ephrata Middle School sits in the heart of Lancaster County, where small-town Pennsylvania charm meets a genuinely tight-knit community — the kind of place where Friday night football still matters and neighbors actually know each other. The school lands in the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a relative strength, making it a solid fit for families who value a grounded, well-rounded middle school experience without the pressure of a hypercompetitive district. If you're drawn to the Lancaster County lifestyle — farmland, local markets, and a slower pace — Ephrata offers a comfortable and community-rooted place for kids to grow up.

Student Demographics

538 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
416 (77%)
Hispanic
57 (11%)
Multiple Races
26 (5%)
African American
20 (4%)
Asian
17 (3%)
Other
2 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners15 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged241 (45%)
Students with Disabilities91 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

601
Enrollment
51.6
Teachers (FTE)
11.6:1
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 Programs5/10 · #290 · 44th percentile

24 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found