PENNINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Pennington Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lee County Public Schools school district, located in Pennington Gap, VA with about 357 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 28 teachers, Pennington Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Pennington Middle School, located at 121 Bobcat Circle in Pennington Gap, Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for students in Lee County. As a middle-level institution, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and personal development during the transitional years of early adolescence. The school’s environment is designed to support a diverse student body through a curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while encouraging extracurricular engagement to build school spirit and community connection.

As the home of the "Bobcats," the school maintains a strong identity rooted in the local Pennington Gap community. Faculty and staff focus on preparing students for the rigors of high school by prioritizing foundational skills, critical thinking, and social-emotional learning. By providing a structured yet supportive atmosphere, Pennington Middle School aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic excellence, ensuring that students are well-equipped for their future educational pathways.

For more information, contact Pennington Middle at (276) 546-1453 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.