Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Boynton Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boynton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ithaca, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 162.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boynton Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Boynton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boynton Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1287 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
68%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boynton Middle School's ranking?
Boynton Middle School is ranked #1287 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Boynton Middle School often compared to?
Boynton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewitt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Boynton Middle School?
513 students attend Boynton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Boynton Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boynton Middle School?
Boynton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Boynton Middle School offer ?
Boynton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boynton Middle School part of?
Boynton Middle School is part of Ithaca City School District.
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