Serving 560 students in grades 7-8, Auburn Junior High 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 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Auburn Junior High School serves the entire district of Auburn, NY, within an attendance zone that spans approximately 37.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Auburn Junior High School's student population of 560 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Auburn Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Junior High School is 0.46, 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
#3578 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
72%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Junior High School's ranking?
Auburn Junior High School is ranked #3578 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Auburn Junior High School?
560 students attend Auburn Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Auburn Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburn Junior High School?
Auburn Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Auburn Junior High School offer ?
Auburn Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Auburn Junior High School part of?
Auburn Junior High School is part of Auburn City School District.
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