SLIPPERY ROCK AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Slippery Rock Area MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Slippery Rock Area SD school district, located in Slippery Rock, PA with about 445 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 31 teachers, Slippery Rock Area MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Slippery Rock Area Middle School, located at 201 Kiester Road in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational institution within the Slippery Rock Area School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, catering specifically to the developmental needs of students in the middle school grades. By providing a structured yet supportive atmosphere, the school aims to help students transition from elementary education toward the more specialized demands of high school.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that typically includes various extracurricular activities, athletics, and social development opportunities. As a community-focused institution, it strives to build strong partnerships between faculty, students, and families, ensuring that each student has the resources necessary to succeed. Its location in the rural, tight-knit community of Slippery Rock allows the school to maintain a focus on local engagement while preparing its students to meet state standards and future educational challenges.

For more information, contact Slippery Rock Area MS at (724) 794-2960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.