LEHIGHTON AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lehighton Area MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lehighton Area SD school district, located in Lehighton, PA with about 752 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 55 teachers, Lehighton Area MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Lehighton Area Middle School, located at 301 Beaver Run Road in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational hub for students in the Lehighton Area School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and the more rigorous academic demands of high school. Its curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual development and social-emotional growth, encouraging students to explore their interests through a variety of core subjects and elective opportunities within a structured, supportive environment.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by promoting student engagement in extracurricular activities, athletics, and community-focused initiatives. By maintaining a focus on academic excellence, character development, and school spirit, Lehighton Area Middle School aims to prepare its student body for future success while cultivating a sense of belonging and responsibility within the local community.

For more information, contact Lehighton Area MS at (610) 377-6535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.