POCONO MOUNTAIN WEST JHS

Pocono Mountain West JHS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Pocono Mountain SD school district, located in Pocono Summit, PA with about 798 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 67 teachers, Pocono Mountain West JHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Pocono Mountain West Junior High School, located in Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania, serves students in grades 7 through 9 as part of the Pocono Mountain School District. Situated on the expansive "Panther Lane" campus, which also houses the district’s high school, the junior high provides a transitionary environment designed to bridge the gap between middle school and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school focuses on a comprehensive academic curriculum while emphasizing character development and student engagement within the local community.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement to foster a well-rounded student experience. Students have access to a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities that reflect the school’s "Panther" pride. By utilizing its shared campus facilities, the junior high offers students unique opportunities for academic and extracurricular growth, aiming to prepare them both socially and scholastically for the challenges of their future secondary education.

For more information, contact Pocono Mountain West JHS at (570) 839-7121 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.