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Penn Wood Middle School

William Penn SD · Delaware County · 121 Summit St, Darby, PA 19023.0

(610)586-1804

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1/10
#482
Rank 482 out of 520
Top 93%
English Language Arts2/10 · #464 · 11th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #487 · 7th percentile
Science1/10 · #446 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Penn Wood Middle School serves a tight-knit community in Darby, a small borough just southwest of Philadelphia where neighbors tend to know each other and school pride runs deep. The school shows real strength in science and math, which can be a solid foundation for students who are curious and hands-on in their learning. Families who are rooted in the area and looking for a community-connected school experience, rather than a polished suburban setting, will find Penn Wood fits naturally into the fabric of everyday Darby life.

Student Demographics

584 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
507 (87%)
Multiple Races
28 (5%)
Hispanic
22 (4%)
White
13 (2%)
Other
14 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners18 (3%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged495 (85%)
Students with Disabilities118 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

667
Enrollment
49.6
Teachers (FTE)
13.4:1
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 Programs9/10 · #62 · 88th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found