SOUTHERN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Southern MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Reading SD school district, located in Reading, PA with about 646 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 7th 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 38 teachers, Southern MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Southern Middle School, located at 931 Chestnut Street in Reading, Pennsylvania, serves the local community as a key educational facility within the Reading School District. The school caters to students in the middle grades, providing a structured academic environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary and high school. Its location in the heart of Reading places it centrally within the city’s urban landscape, allowing it to serve a diverse student population with a wide range of backgrounds and needs.

As part of the Reading School District, Southern Middle School focuses on fostering both academic growth and personal development through a comprehensive curriculum. The school works to prepare students for the rigors of secondary education by emphasizing core subjects while often providing extracurricular activities and support services aimed at student engagement. By maintaining a presence on Chestnut Street, the school remains a focal point for families in the area, dedicated to the mission of providing equitable learning opportunities and community-centered support for its middle-school-aged students.

For more information, contact Southern MS at (610) 371-5803 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.