Independence MS

2807 Bethel Church Rd
Bethel Park, PA 15102

www.bpsd.org

537 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Independence Middle School, located at 2807 Bethel Church Road in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is a key component of the Bethel Park School District. Serving students in the middle grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social and emotional development. As part of a suburban district known for its commitment to educational excellence, Independence Middle School emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

The school places a strong focus on community and student engagement, utilizing its facilities and resources to support a wide range of extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic clubs. By integrating modern educational practices with a supportive teaching staff, Independence Middle School aims to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages students to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and contribute positively to the Bethel Park community. Further information regarding school programs, policies, and district news can be found on their official website at [www.bpsd.org](http://www.bpsd.org).

537

Total Students

52.3

Full-Time Teachers

10.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Independence MS
Demographic	Student Count
White	473
Hispanic	11
Black	16
Asian	20
Two or More	15
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
473 (88.1 %)
Asian
20 (3.7 %)
Black
16 (3.0 %)
Two or More
15 (2.8 %)
Hispanic
11 (2.0 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Bethel Park SD
Phone:	(412)854-8677
Website:	http://www.bpsd.org
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	537
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	52.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 262

Grade 8 275