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Shippensburg Area Middle School

Shippensburg Area SD · Cumberland County · 101 Park Place, Shippensburg, PA 17257.0

(717)530-2750

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4/10
#315
Rank 315 out of 520
Top 60%
English Language Arts5/10 · #294 · 44th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #291 · 44th percentile
Science4/10 · #321 · 32nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Shippensburg is a small college town in the Cumberland Valley, where Friday nights feel communal and everyone seems to know everyone — and the middle school reflects that tight-knit character. Academics here are fairly solid across English and math, though science scores leave a bit of room to grow, making it a reasonable fit for families who value a grounded, small-town school experience over a hyper-competitive environment. Families drawn to a slower pace of life, affordable housing, and a genuine sense of community — with Carlisle and Chambersburg both a short drive away — will likely feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

788 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
561 (71%)
Hispanic
75 (10%)
Asian
65 (8%)
African American
52 (7%)
Multiple Races
32 (4%)
Other
3 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners36 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged456 (58%)
Students with Disabilities180 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

851
Enrollment
54.7
Teachers (FTE)
15.5:1
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 Programs3/10 · #371 · 28th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found