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James Buchanan Middle School

Tuscarora SD · Franklin County · 5191 Fort Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA 17236.0

(717)328-5221

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4/10
#333
Rank 333 out of 520
Top 64%
English Language Arts4/10 · #361 · 31st percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #341 · 35th percentile
Science6/10 · #192 · 59th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the small borough of Mercersburg in Franklin County, James Buchanan Middle School serves a tight-knit rural community in the rolling hills of south-central Pennsylvania, not far from the Maryland border. The school shows some genuine strength in science, which stands out above its other subjects and gives motivated students a solid foundation in that area. Families drawn to small-town life, outdoor recreation, and a close community where kids aren't lost in the crowd will find this a familiar, grounded place to grow up.

Student Demographics

509 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
467 (92%)
Hispanic
17 (3%)
Multiple Races
15 (3%)
Other
10 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners3 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged248 (49%)
Students with Disabilities75 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

535
Enrollment
38.7
Teachers (FTE)
13.8:1
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 · #486 · 6th percentile

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