WEST PERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL

West Perry MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the West Perry SD school district, located in Elliottsburg, PA with about 563 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 39 teachers, West Perry 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.

West Perry Middle School is located in Elliottsburg, Pennsylvania, and serves as a key educational facility within the West Perry School District. Situated in a rural setting, the school provides a foundational learning environment for students in the middle grades, focusing on transitioning them from elementary education to the more rigorous academic demands of high school. The school’s curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies—with opportunities for exploratory learning and extracurricular engagement.

Beyond academics, West Perry Middle School emphasizes the social and emotional development of its student body during their formative adolescent years. The school fosters a community-focused atmosphere that encourages student participation in sports, music, and various clubs, aiming to promote school spirit and personal growth. By utilizing the facilities at its Shermans Valley Road location, the school serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, striving to prepare its students to become productive, responsible citizens within the district and beyond.

For more information, contact West Perry MS at (717) 789-3012 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.