PAMiddleProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Big Spring MS — School Profile & District Info

Middle|Newville, Pennsylvania|Big Spring SD

Newville, PA 17241

School Profile

Grades
6–8
Enrollment
543
Student:Teacher
11.8:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
42.5%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
59%
57th percentile in PA
Math Proficiency
21%
25th percentile in PA
Chronic Absenteeism
9.6%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.8:1
Near average in PA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$18,873
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 5%State 33%Local 62%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$300,846
+3.5% YoY
Harrisburg, PA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

550
Current enrollment
Stable(-4% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Big Spring MS

Big Spring MS currently enrolls 543 students across Middle grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

Calendar Guides

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