Serving 504 students in grades 5-9, East Aurora Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-9
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: East Aurora Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 32 square miles around East Aurora, NY, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Aurora Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Aurora Middle School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
East Aurora 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 East Aurora Middle School is 0.15, 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
#856 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
92%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 East Aurora Middle School's ranking?
East Aurora Middle School is ranked #856 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend East Aurora Middle School?
504 students attend East Aurora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Aurora Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Aurora Middle School?
East Aurora Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Aurora Middle School offer ?
East Aurora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Aurora Middle School part of?
East Aurora Middle School is part of East Aurora Union Free School District.
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