SOUTHERN LEHIGH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Southern Lehigh Intermediate Sch is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Southern Lehigh SD school district, located in Bethlehem, PA with about 751 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 6th 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 46 teachers, Southern Lehigh Intermediate Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Lehigh Intermediate School (often referred to as the Southern Lehigh Intermediate Center) is a public educational institution located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, serving students within the Southern Lehigh School District. The school is specifically designed to bridge the gap between elementary and middle school education, typically catering to students in grades 4 and 5. By housing these specific grade levels in a dedicated facility, the school aims to create a focused, age-appropriate environment that helps students transition from the foundational learning of primary school to the departmentalized structure they will encounter in middle school.

The school is part of a district known for its commitment to academic achievement and community involvement. The curriculum at Southern Lehigh Intermediate is designed to build upon core competencies in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also emphasizing social-emotional development and collaborative learning. With its location on Route 378, the school serves as a key hub for families in the region, fostering a supportive community atmosphere that encourages student participation in both academic enrichment and extracurricular activities.

For more information, contact Southern Lehigh Intermediate Sch at (610) 861-4040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.