Serving 393 students in grades 2-8, A A Kingston 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 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A A Kingston Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Potsdam, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 95.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
A A Kingston Middle School's student population of 393 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
A A Kingston Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A A Kingston Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1790 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A A Kingston Middle School's ranking?
A A Kingston Middle School is ranked #1790 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are A A Kingston Middle School often compared to?
A A Kingston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J M Mckenney Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend A A Kingston Middle School?
393 students attend A A Kingston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of A A Kingston Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A A Kingston Middle School?
A A Kingston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does A A Kingston Middle School offer ?
A A Kingston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A A Kingston Middle School part of?
A A Kingston Middle School is part of Potsdam Central School District.
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