YOUGH INTRMD/MS SCHOOL

Yough Intrmd/MS Sch is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Yough SD school district, located in Ruffsdale, PA with about 557 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 45 teachers, Yough Intrmd/MS Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Yough Intermediate/Middle School, located in Ruffsdale, Pennsylvania, is a primary component of the Yough School District, serving students in the intermediate and middle school grade levels. Situated along Route 31, the school functions as a community hub for local families, focusing on providing a structured academic transition between elementary education and the high school experience. The institution emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a learning environment aimed at the developmental needs of young adolescents.

As part of the broader Yough School District, the school works to integrate technology and traditional instruction to prepare students for future academic success. By maintaining a presence through their official district website, the school facilitates communication between faculty, parents, and the community. The campus serves as a significant educational anchor for the Westmoreland County area, committed to maintaining local educational goals and district-wide policies designed to support student growth and engagement.

For more information, contact Yough Intrmd/MS Sch at (724) 872-5164 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.