JAMES P TIMILTY MIDDLE SCHOOL

James P Timilty Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Boston school district, located in Roxbury, MA with about 331 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 29 teachers, James P Timilty Middle 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.

The James P. Timilty Middle School, located on Roxbury Street in Roxbury, Massachusetts, is part of the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district. Historically serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school has been a prominent fixture in the Roxbury community, focusing on providing a comprehensive middle school education designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. As a BPS institution, the school operates under the district’s mission to support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and equitable access to resources for a diverse student population.

It is important to note that the status of the James P. Timilty Middle School has undergone significant changes in recent years due to district-wide restructuring initiatives. In 2021, the Boston Public Schools transitioned the Timilty building into the home of the Dearborn STEM Academy’s upper school as part of a strategic plan to consolidate resources and expand high-quality STEM-focused education within the neighborhood. Consequently, for the most current information regarding specific programs, enrollment, or the historical archives of the school, individuals should refer to the official Boston Public Schools website or contact the district administration directly.

For more information, contact James P Timilty Middle at (617) 635-8109 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.