JENKINTOWN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Jenkintown Middle/High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Jenkintown SD school district, located in Jenkintown, PA with about 315 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Jenkintown Middle/High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jenkintown Middle/High School is a small, public secondary school located in the suburban borough of Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. Serving students in grades 7 through 12, the school is noted for its intimate learning environment, which allows for smaller class sizes and a close-knit community atmosphere. Being part of the compact Jenkintown School District, the school prides itself on maintaining high academic standards while fostering strong, personalized relationships between students and faculty.

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, music, and various student-led clubs. Because of its size, students often have the opportunity to participate in multiple facets of school life, contributing to a supportive culture that emphasizes civic engagement and individualized student growth. Its location at the intersection of West and Highlands Avenues places it at the heart of the community, serving as a focal point for local educational and extracurricular events.

For more information, contact Jenkintown Middle/High School at (215) 884-1801 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.