J M MCKENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

J M MCKENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the CANTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in CANTON, NY with about 369 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 23 teachers, J M MCKENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

J.M. McKenney Middle School, located at 99 State Street in Canton, New York, serves as a central academic hub for students in the Canton Central School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and challenging learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the rigors of high school. By focusing on both academic excellence and social-emotional development, the school strives to prepare its students for the academic demands of the secondary level while encouraging them to become responsible members of the local community.

The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, emphasizing core subjects such as English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, while offering various extracurricular opportunities to explore student interests. As part of the Canton Central School District, McKenney Middle School benefits from a collaborative partnership with the local community, ensuring that students have access to necessary resources and support systems. For more detailed information regarding school programs, policies, and upcoming events, members of the community and families are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.ccsdk12.org](http://www.ccsdk12.org).

For more information, contact J M MCKENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL at (315) 386-8561 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.