What grades does Robert K Shafer MS serve?

As a Middle school, Robert K Shafer MS serves students in Bensalem, PA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Robert K Shafer MS located?

You can find Robert K Shafer MS in Bensalem, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert K Shafer MS?

At Robert K Shafer MS, there are approximately 12.8 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Bensalem, PA?

Robert K Shafer MS is among the schools serving Bensalem, PA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Middle|Bensalem, Pennsylvania|Bensalem Township SD

Bensalem, PA 19020

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School Profile

Grades

7–8

Enrollment

562

Student:Teacher

12.8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Bensalem Township SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(215)750-2800

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

37%

19th percentile in PA

Math Proficiency

14%

15th percentile in PA

Chronic Absenteeism

12.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

45 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

601

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

48.4

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

0.22

Nurses

0.5

School Resource Officers

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$19,291

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,824

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$28,084

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 8%State 25%Local 67%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$376,063

+2.6% 1yr+34.4% 5yr

Philadelphia, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

9.5%

Below 150% poverty line

4.6%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Uninsured residents

5.4%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,857

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,610

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

599 (37%)

Autism

319 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

238 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

173 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

156 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

93 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

552

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Robert K Shafer MS

As of the most recent data, 562 students are enrolled at Robert K Shafer MS. It is a Middle school within the local district.

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