Mechanicsburg Middle School

This is an excellent school! The teachers and faculty care about each and every student as an individual. They are wiiling to work with the students and parents in order for them to excell in every aspect of thier education. We recently moved to what is considered an "excellent school" in another state and they can't touch MMS. MMS offers so much more than any school that I went to (4) growing up. Each child is treated as an individual and every teacher cares enough to let you know whether or not your child is working to his/her full potential. I appreciate knowing what is going on w/ my children. It says alot when actual students give their school a great review! I really miss what MASD has to offer!
--Submitted by a parent

This schools high scores are misleading. I pulled my son out of this school. My older two children were good students and did good. My third child was an energetic boy, who had difficulty with homework. I recieved calls during my workday up to twice a week. My husband and I went into multiple meetings trying to work with the school, and signed him up for tutoring. I asked not to be called while I was at work, unless it was emergent. I continued to recieve phone calls...'your son failed to turn his math homework' etc.. that is not emergent. Homework is given a very heavy weight here, over testwork, and class time. He began to fail two or three classes. It was at this time, we decided to pull him out, and internet school him. I felt like such a tremendous weight was lifted. I knew that even though my day was longer, I was in control of his learning. I have now heard from two other parents that pulled their kids, or moved to another district over the very same issues. If your child is NOT a perfect student, he will not fit into this school whatsoever.
--Submitted by a parent

I go to this school and it is amazing!!! I love the nice teachers and the great cafe.

I go to the 7th grade here and there is NO better school then this one. This is not my pride talking but my goals for the future. I was surprised they rated this school a 9. If you want a good future and a sharp student then you need to " DREAM, BELIEVE AND ACHIEVE" last years motto.

As a Student at MMS, I have to say this school is AMAZING. They may be tougher on us with test, schoolwork, etc, but it is worth it. I have friends in middle school that will be going to high school next year and they are going to be taking PRE-CALC. The food choices here are great, we can have a personally made sub made right in front of us or a slushies which is great and healthy. I hate that i am leaving such a great school. GO WILDCATSSSSSS
--Submitted by a student

Despite the working class community's resources, the dedication of the teacher's and administrator's to aim and reach higher is inspiring. Proud to be a 'Wildcat'!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is great overall,good teachers,and plenty activities to keep the student interested. I went there for 6th,7th,and 8th grade and enjoyed my experience there. Though I will say that the school is not very diverse and that is a downside to it.
--Submitted by a former student