NORTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL

Northwest MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Reading SD school district, located in Reading, PA with about 664 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 42 teachers, Northwest MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Northwest Middle School, located at 1000 N. Front St. in Reading, Pennsylvania, is part of the Reading School District. Serving a diverse student population in the heart of the city, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school education designed to prepare students for the academic and social challenges of high school. As a core institution within the district, it emphasizes foundational learning in subjects such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies, while striving to foster a supportive environment for early adolescents.

The school is deeply integrated into the Reading community and reflects the district's ongoing commitment to urban education. Northwest Middle School typically offers a variety of extracurricular programs, athletics, and support services aimed at the holistic development of its students. By focusing on both academic achievement and character building, the school seeks to provide its students with the essential tools needed to succeed in an evolving academic landscape and to contribute positively to the broader Reading community.

For more information, contact Northwest MS at (610) 371-5772 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.