COCALICO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Cocalico MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cocalico SD school district, located in Denver, PA with about 730 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 52 teachers, Cocalico MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Cocalico Middle School, located on South 6th Street in Denver, Pennsylvania, serves as the intermediate educational hub for the Cocalico School District. The school typically enrolls students in grades 6 through 8, providing a transitional academic environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the district’s high school. Its curriculum is designed to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development, offering a blend of core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—alongside exploratory electives that allow students to pursue individual interests.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-town community of Denver, maintaining a focus on school spirit and community partnership. Beyond the classroom, Cocalico Middle School provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including interscholastic athletics, music programs, and student clubs, which aim to help students discover their talents and build character. By prioritizing a supportive learning atmosphere and active parent-teacher collaboration, the school strives to prepare its students for the academic rigors and personal challenges they will encounter in high school.

For more information, contact Cocalico MS at (717) 336-1471 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.