Serving 790 students in grades 5-8, Ardsley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ardsley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Ardsley, NY, encompassing approximately 4.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ardsley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ardsley Middle School's student population of 790 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
790 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenging Minds, Building Character, Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Ardsley Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ardsley Middle School is 0.64, 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
#322 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
54%
39%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ardsley Middle School's ranking?
Ardsley Middle School is ranked #322 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ardsley Middle School often compared to?
Ardsley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgemont Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ardsley Middle School?
790 students attend Ardsley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ardsley Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ardsley Middle School?
Ardsley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ardsley Middle School offer ?
Ardsley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ardsley Middle School part of?
Ardsley Middle School is part of Ardsley Union Free School District.
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