JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Jefferson MS is a public middle school that is part of the Mt Lebanon SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 701 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 51 teachers, Jefferson 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.

Jefferson Middle School, located at 21 Moffett Street in the Mt. Lebanon School District of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a highly regarded public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of a district consistently recognized for its academic excellence, Jefferson Middle School emphasizes a robust, well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond. The school is known for its strong focus on both core academic subjects and a diverse array of elective offerings, fostering an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic rigor, Jefferson Middle School places a significant emphasis on student development and community engagement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs, which provide students with opportunities to explore their interests and build leadership skills. With a supportive faculty and a culture centered on student achievement and social-emotional growth, Jefferson Middle School remains a pillar of the local community, dedicated to maintaining high educational standards and preparing its students to be active, successful citizens.

For more information, contact Jefferson MS at (412) 344-2120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21 Moffett St
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
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JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Pittsburgh, PA with about 701 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Mt Lebanon SD
Total Students:
701
Teachers:
51.05
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 701 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.4%
Asian
6.3%
Two or more races
2.6%
Hispanic/Latino
2.0%
Black or African American
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.