Serving 1,155 students in grades 5-8, George Fischer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Fischer Middle School's student population of 1,155 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Fischer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Fischer Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3092 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
57%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Fischer Middle School's ranking?
George Fischer Middle School is ranked #3092 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Fischer Middle School often compared to?
George Fischer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mahopac Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend George Fischer Middle School?
1,155 students attend George Fischer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of George Fischer Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Fischer Middle School?
George Fischer Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Fischer Middle School offer ?
George Fischer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George Fischer Middle School part of?
George Fischer Middle School is part of Carmel Central School District.
School Reviews
1 3/26/2020
I was very disappointed at the fact there is no extra help for the 5th graders. I even called the principal's office and received no call back from the principal just a message from the office saying that they can't make the teachers stay to help the kids. I also inquired about a counselor and was told 5th graders don't have counselors. This is not what I expended from a school in an area where the property taxes very high.
4 4/16/2018
The school has its flaws but I`m not going to be that student who whines over it. I say it is an average school and handles situations like any other school would.
1 3/10/2018
They have to much work and no good ideas for games in gym.
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