Serving 905 students in grades 5-8, Cornwall Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornwall Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cornwall, NY, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornwall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cornwall Middle School's student population of 905 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
905 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cornwall Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwall Middle School is 0.63, 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
#565 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 Cornwall Middle School's ranking?
Cornwall Middle School is ranked #565 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cornwall Middle School often compared to?
Cornwall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warwick Valley Middle School, Monroe-woodbury Middle School, Port Jervis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Cornwall Middle School?
905 students attend Cornwall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cornwall Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornwall Middle School?
Cornwall Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornwall Middle School offer ?
Cornwall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornwall Middle School part of?
Cornwall Middle School is part of Cornwall Central School District.
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