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PreK-8 Advantage

blonde girl in MSS t-shirt standing with pre-K girl in sunshine

At Mother Seton School, we are small enough to truly know each of our children and families. Students from Pre-K through Middle School grow together as part of a strong community where they feel loved and safe. 

We believe the Pre-K through Eighth Grade model is important because:

  • Students do better academically. Many studies show that students obtain higher achievement levels in Pre-K–8 schools than in separate middle schools.
  • Our middle schoolers aren’t in the middle. As the leaders of the school, they know our younger students are looking up to them—and they rise to the occasion.
  • Our younger students have inspiring role models. Our Prayer Partner program pairs each younger student with an older student for activities throughout the year, developing strong friendships.
  • There are fewer discipline problems. Research shows that children in Pre-K–8 schools have fewer behavior problems, higher self-esteem and better attendance than those in separate schools.
  • Making a major transition to high school prepares students for the later transition to college. They build resiliency as they move out of their comfort zone and adapt to a new environment.
  • Children grow up with positive influences. In contrast to a Pre-K–12 school, students are less exposed to mature topics and inappropriate language.