School Overview
Penn Wood Middle School, located at 121 Summit St. in Darby, Pennsylvania, is a key academic institution within the William Penn School District. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the intellectual, social, and emotional growth of its middle-grade students. As part of a diverse and historic district, Penn Wood Middle School focuses on providing a structured curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while encouraging them to become engaged, responsible citizens.

Beyond core academics, the school emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded educational experience. Through a variety of programs, extracurricular activities, and supportive resources, Penn Wood strives to meet the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. By prioritizing collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the community, the school works to ensure that every student has access to the tools and guidance necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom. For more information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, families can visit their official website at [www.wpsd.k12.pa.us](http://www.wpsd.k12.pa.us).
667
Total Students
53.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Penn Wood MS
Demographic Student Count
White15
Hispanic28
Black574
Asian12
Two or More31
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    574 (86.1%)
  • Two or More
    31 (4.6%)
  • Hispanic
    28 (4.2%)
  • White
    15 (2.2%)
  • Asian
    12 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3%)
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: William Penn SD
Phone: (610)586-1804
Website: http://www.wpsd.k12.pa.us
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 667
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 7 359
Grade 8 308

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Penn Wood MS
Grade Student Count
Grade 7359
Grade 8308
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Penn Wood MS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32348.4%
Male34451.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)