2023 Middle Schools with the Best Teachers in the Philadelphia Area

• Souderton, PA•

• Public School•

• K-8

• •
  Rating 4.69 out of 5  16 reviews

Middle School Student: I am currently in middle school at SCSC and I would consider it a second home. I believe the learning process is fit and customized to the student so that the student personally can grow as an individual in all kinds of aspects. The teachers and students are all very welcoming the moment you walk in. SCSC is not like other schools. I feel the diversity at this school is excellent. One thing that makes my school so unique is a little thing we call "100 Book Challenge". Each school day we read 30 minutes of a book of our choice that is our level. Based on the student's reading ability, we are matched with a level. We log a line every 15 minutes we read. The point of this is that if you reach a multiple of 100, you get awarded a medal and recognition of the entire school. I have not even scratched the surface of what makes my school unique and extraordinary compared to others, but I'm running out of room to write. (This only allows 1000 characters to be able to write)... Read 16 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 235

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 3.91 out of 5  11 reviews

Freshman: I personally loved my time at SHMS. The school provides lots of opportunities for its students: the variety of extracurriculars there are second to none, the music program is strong, and participation in athletics is high. One thing I will say is that while the students there are not explicitly judgemental, cliques are very much a thing and it can be difficult to branch out to other friend groups once your ¨crowd¨ has been established. I'm not a student of color or of the LGBTQ community, and I was one of the generic music/athletics/serious-about-academics kid, but from what I understand from some of my friends, if you don't fit that description, attending SHMS can be tough. But overall, I loved my time there, and the environment, though predominantly white and upper-middle-class, is civic-minded and supportive.... Read 11 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 868

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Newark, DE•

• Public School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.08 out of 5  97 reviews

Senior: Newark Charter School is a great school. They have great academics as they have great teachers and great variety of courses to take. The school is also very diverse in both their student and teacher body. The school also provides a variety of clubs and activities and even if your club isn't there, you can create one and start leading it. Our sports are also good, but we aren't as competitive versus other schools around us. One thing I would improve is our involvement in sports as they should be more competitive and build facilities to help our athletes. The food that they provide here isn't good even though it is free, the school needs to find a different alternative that tastes better and that is actually edible even if it means charging for it.... Read 97 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 2,436

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Colonial School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 3 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle School Student: Colonial Middle School is a great school overall , the only things I truly did not enjoy were how they did the dances , asked for a amount of money to attend after school activities that could've did more for the students . The teachers wanted us to learn and they used different techniques to help all different students. The only thing that truly bothered me throughout my stay at the school were some of the people . Most of them either always had me in the office or in trouble , that"s my overall experience with the school .... Read 4 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,193

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Tredyffrin-Easttown School District, PA•

• 5-8

• •
  Rating 3 out of 5  12 reviews

Alum: It was a good middle school. Came in 8th grade and think it gave me a good set-up for Conestoga high school.... Read 12 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 1,098

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• New Hope-Solebury School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 2 out of 5  3 reviews

Alum: I liked the activities that they do to connect all of the students and build relationships. The academics were good and so were the teachers. It was not very diverse however and bullying was a big issue.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 331

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Council Rock School District, PA•

• 7-8

• •
  Rating 4.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle School Student: I love each and every single aspect of this school. Students care very much about their academics. Teachers are extremely nice and understanding. (None of them tell you their life's story lol) They teach in a fun and creative way. Various paths and choices, through clubs and courses. There are both Honors and Academic(Regular). Everyone encourages each other in the most subtle ways.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 853

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Pennridge School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 3.88 out of 5  8 reviews

Parent: Great school! All three of kids have had wonderful experiences! This school prepares children for HIgh School and beyond. Great clubs, achedemics and sports! The no nonsense approach to bulling is done right! It’s a school that addresses the bully not the victim! Pennridge proud parent!... Read 8 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 608

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Radnor Township School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  5 reviews

Alum: Radnor Middle School implemented integrated/interdisciplinary programs in each grade in which you could participate in. These said programs create an environment of independent learning, group collaboration, as well as personal and intellectual growth. I was in two of these programs and they have taught me more about myself as a learner than any other average classroom could. In these programs, I learned how to learn, and I think that’s such a priceless academic experience.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 827

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Riverton, NJ•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 290

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Garnet Valley School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  5 reviews

Middle School Student: Garnet Valley Middle School excels in sports, academics, S.T.E.M, and learning environment. My only critique of this school would be that the art program is not great, and it can not substitute a proper art program that you would get somewhere else.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,140

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Springfield School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: It's always talking about how it doesn't tolerate bullying but there is so much bullying going on. If someone spreads a really nasty timer that could lottery get you expelled if it did happen they shouldn't just be "talked to" they should at least get suspended. Words are bullying and i wish E.T.Richsrdson would do more about it.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,071

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Pennridge School District, PA•

• 6-8

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 611

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Tredyffrin-Easttown School District, PA•

• 5-8

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  6 reviews

Middle School Student: Valley Forge is a wonderful school. The 8th-grade teachers are focused and dedicated to preparing each student for high school.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 1,156

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Wilmington, DE•

• Public School•

• K-8

• •
  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: FSMA has prepared my children for high school - both socially and academically. They are thriving!!!... Read 3 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 604

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Rose Tree Media School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 924

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Moorestown Township Public School District, NJ•

• 7-8

• •
  Rating 2.83 out of 5  6 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 625

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Red Clay Consolidated School District, DE•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 4.69 out of 5  62 reviews

Parent: Coming from North Star Elementary we had high expectations of H.B. DuPont Middle School but they have continued to exceed our expectations. Top notch administration, committed educators and positive student atmosphere will help our kids to be ready for competitive high school and college environments. Additionally, the unique "activity blocks" worked into each student's schedule is such an amazing idea - what a wonderful way to expose kids to all different disciplines while keeping it fun and fresh. I would also add that the PTA really goes the extra mile to host exciting activities for the kids, including those with community outreach. Bravo!... Read 62 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 759

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Red Clay Consolidated School District, DE•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.11 out of 5  218 reviews

Senior: I love Cab! It is such a fantastic support environment, and the teachers are really great. I have been spoiled going to school at Cab: it is so inclusive, and all opinions, cultures, and types of people are accepted! The faculty and staff care so much about the safety and well being of the students and everyone really wants their peers and classmates to succeed. The arts and academics truly do unite at Cab Calloway School of the Arts!... Read 218 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 941

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Central Bucks School District, PA•

• 7-9

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: Holicong middle school is amazing. The teachers are so nice and they have so many options in academics. Even though the school was made in 1971, it is still such a big and amazing school. Would recommend sending your child there.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 947

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Red Clay Consolidated School District, DE•

• K-8

• •
  Rating 4.43 out of 5  7 reviews

Alum: I am a graduate of the class of 2013. The teachers are amazing and really care for their students. This school definitely eliminates any superstition about public schools being on a lower education scale than private schools. This school is by far the best public k-8 school in Delaware. The only issue is some bullying, but they help deal with it.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 973

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Lower Moreland Township School District, PA•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 4.25 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle School Student: They have a clean facility and nice people. The school clubs are great for anyone we have clubs like drama, music, art and some others are basket ball lacrosse. They have really fun field trips as well. In 6 grade you get to go on a two night three day trip to PEEC (Pocono Environmental Education Center) were you learn about team build and nature. We also have athletic field trips. Also in eighth you get to go to heresy park. Also for orchestra we get to go to Dorney park. That is why this school is amazing. 10/10 would recommend.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 591

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• West Grove, PA•

• Public School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.61 out of 5  194 reviews

Senior: Avon Grove Charter is a good school. It is a very tight-knit community with great relationships being made all throughout. Academics are strong, teachers are very knowledgeable, and the administration tries to work with you as much as possible. Students have many options to take to get help and staff is always willing to help. This school is built on a small campus, limiting some sports, room for more teachers/students and parking. Each year I have noticed the administration takes further and further steps into bettering this school. It's definitely not like your typical public school, but it has the same, if not more, to offer.... Read 194 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 1,843

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Philadelphia City School District, PA•

• 5-12

• •
  Rating 3.89 out of 5  263 reviews

Senior: Masterman's school community is very close knit and being a small school everyone knows each other. Currently there seems to be a lot of issues that has risen due to the COVID pandemic such as a shortage of teachers as well as the lack of resource. Although there are little variety in the sports and clubs at Masterman, club are fairly easy to startup if you were passionate about something. Masterman definitely prepares their students for college as well as teaching students how to handle stress.... Read 263 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 1,204

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Central Bucks School District, PA•

• 7-9

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  7 reviews

Alum: Provides top quality education and teachers are caring and passionate about what they do. The school also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities as well as events.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 847

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1