Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Alden Middle School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alden Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alden, NY, covering approximately 56.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alden Middle School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alden 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 Alden Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1938 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Alden Middle School's ranking?
Alden Middle School is ranked #1938 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Alden Middle School often compared to?
Alden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Middle School, Alden Primary At Townline by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Alden Middle School?
343 students attend Alden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alden Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alden Middle School?
Alden Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alden Middle School offer ?
Alden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alden Middle School part of?
Alden Middle School is part of Alden Central School District.
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