WILLIAMSPORT AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Williamsport Area MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Williamsport Area SD school district, located in Williamsport, PA with about 773 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 58 teachers, Williamsport Area MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Williamsport Area Middle School (WAMS), located at 2800 West Fourth Street in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational hub for the Williamsport Area School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional developmental needs of students in grades 6 through 8. Its curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, offering a blend of core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies—complemented by a variety of elective opportunities that allow students to explore interests in the arts, technology, and physical education.

Beyond the classroom, Williamsport Area Middle School emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement through a range of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented initiatives. The school strives to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages academic excellence, personal responsibility, and respect for others. By leveraging its resources and experienced faculty, WAMS aims to prepare its diverse student body for the rigorous demands of the high school level while cultivating the skills necessary for long-term success in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Williamsport Area MS at (570) 323-6177 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.