Residents Will Vote On New Abington Middle School. What Will It Cost Taxpayers?

ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA — It's less than a month before voters in Abington Township and Rockledge Borough will go to the polls on whether a new middle school should be built.

The Abington Township School District has unveiled the key benefits of the $285 million middle school proposal and what the tax impact would be for the residents of an average home assessment.

School officials said the plan to build the middle school would create "a learning environment with bright natural light, enhanced airflow, and equitable access to improve the student experience."

On May 20, Abington and Rockledge residents will vote on a $285 million bond to build the middle school.

If the referendum is approved by a majority vote, the estimated tax impact on a median home in the district with a current implied market value of $387,402 would be $54 per month.

The earliest the tax impact would incrementally go into effect would be July 2026, school officials said.

Teachers and staff, parents/guardians, students, and residents have provided valuable input and guided district decision-making throughout the process.

The district has worked to ensure that the proposed $285 million bond referendum meets the needs of students and staff, reflects our community’s priorities, and provides long-term value for this taxpayer investment in our school.

Here are some of the key benefits of the new middle school, officials say:

• Purposeful Design: A “small school” community to support personalized learning and a sense of belonging.
• Future-Ready Spaces: Flexible spaces that can adapt to evolving educational programs, student needs, and growing enrollment.
• Bright Classrooms: Increased natural light for a more welcoming learning environment.
• Healthy Climate: Improved airflow and ventilation.
• Equitable Access: Fully accessible and ADA-compliant design to ensure an inclusive experience for all students.
• Modern Security: State-of-the-art safety features for a secure learning space.
• Collaborative Areas: Common areas and large group spaces to foster collaboration and community.
• Enriched Activities: Enhanced athletic and performing arts spaces for student activities during and after school.
• Improved Visibility: Wider hallways and stairwells to improve student traffic flow and optimize sightlines for easier monitoring.
• Energy Efficiency: Sustainable systems to reduce energy use and maintenance costs.
• Outdoor Spaces: Establishment of outdoor areas for student lunch periods.
• Traffic Management: Redesign of roadways and parking lots for smoother and safer student pick-up and drop-off.

The school district has also set up a link allowing homeowners to calculate the tax impact of the new middle school. Click here to figure out the tax impact.