EPHRATA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Ephrata MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ephrata Area SD school district, located in Ephrata, PA with about 1,322 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 83 teachers, Ephrata MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Ephrata Middle School, located at 957 Hammon Avenue in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational institution within the Ephrata Area School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of early adolescents. The campus serves as a central hub for students in the surrounding community, providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while fostering individual growth through a variety of elective offerings and extracurricular activities.

The school is characterized by its commitment to creating a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the challenges of secondary education. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Ephrata Middle School places a high value on character development and student engagement, encouraging participation in clubs, sports, and service-oriented initiatives. By promoting a culture of collaboration and academic excellence, the school aims to help students develop the critical thinking skills and personal responsibility necessary to succeed as they advance toward their high school years.

For more information, contact Ephrata MS at (717) 721-1468 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.