Abington MS

2056 Susquehanna St
Abington, PA 19001

2,044 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Abington Junior High School, located at 2056 Susquehanna Street in Abington, Pennsylvania, serves as a key component of the Abington School District. The school provides a comprehensive educational experience for students in grades 7 through 9, bridging the gap between middle school and the high school environment. It is known for a robust academic curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like mathematics, science, English, and social studies, while offering a variety of elective options that allow students to explore personal interests in the arts, technology, and world languages.

Beyond academics, Abington Junior High is recognized for fostering a well-rounded student experience through its commitment to extracurricular activities. The school supports a diverse range of athletic teams, performing arts programs, and academic clubs, which encourage students to engage with their peers and develop leadership skills. By maintaining a supportive environment that prioritizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being, the school prepares its students for the academic rigor of high school and beyond.

2,044

Total Students

139.7

Full-Time Teachers

14.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Abington MS
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,120
Hispanic	213
Black	372
Asian	161
Two or More	172
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	2

White
1,120 (54.8%)
Black
372 (18.2%)
Hispanic
213 (10.4%)
Two or More
172 (8.4%)
Asian
161 (7.9%)
American Indian
4 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Abington SD
Phone:	(215)884-4700
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	2,044
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	139.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.6
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 6 665

Grade 7 648

Grade 8 731