Serving 1,006 students in grades 6-8, Seneca Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Middle School's student population of 1,006 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seneca Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1688 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
72%
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
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Seneca Middle School's ranking?
Seneca Middle School is ranked #1688 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Seneca Middle School?
1,006 students attend Seneca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Seneca Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seneca Middle School?
Seneca Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Seneca Middle School offer ?
Seneca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca Middle School part of?
Seneca Middle School is part of Sachem Central School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2007
This school is the best school ever i am a 6th grader at this school from Hiawatha Elementary. This school has a lot of activities for every grade and i love it. this is the best school ever
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