MIDDLE YEARS ALTERNATIVE

Middle Years Alternative is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Philadelphia City SD school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 271 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 16 teachers, Middle Years Alternative 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.

Middle Years Alternative (MYA) is a unique public school within the School District of Philadelphia, specifically designed to serve students in grades 5 through 8. As an "alternative" school, it is structured to provide a more personalized and supportive educational environment than traditional neighborhood middle schools. The program often focuses on smaller class sizes and a specialized curriculum intended to help students who may benefit from a more tailored approach to their academic and social-emotional development.

Located in the West Philadelphia area at 4725 Fairmont Ave, the school emphasizes a tight-knit community atmosphere where staff can work closely with students to address individual learning needs. By fostering an environment that prioritizes student engagement and academic growth during the pivotal middle school years, Middle Years Alternative aims to prepare its students for a successful transition into high school, focusing on both core academic mastery and personal responsibility.

For more information, contact Middle Years Alternative at (215) 471-6400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.