NEW CUMBERLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL

New Cumberland MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the West Shore SD school district, located in New Cumberland, PA with about 607 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 43 teachers, New Cumberland 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.

New Cumberland Middle School, located in the borough of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the West Shore School District. The school is situated in a traditional residential setting, acting as a key educational hub for the local community. It focuses on providing a bridge between elementary and high school education, emphasizing both academic rigor and the social-emotional development necessary for students during their early adolescent years.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement through a variety of core subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities. By promoting collaboration and a sense of belonging, New Cumberland Middle School aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of secondary education, striving to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the critical thinking skills needed for long-term academic and personal success.

For more information, contact New Cumberland MS at (717) 774-0162 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.