Serving 509 students in grades 5-8, Emerson J Dillon Middle 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 50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 5% 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: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson J Dillon Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Phoenix, NY, covering approximately 72.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 4.8 miles and the furthest edge located 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerson J Dillon Middle School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Emerson J Dillon Middle 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 Emerson J Dillon Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2752 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
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)29.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Emerson J Dillon Middle School's ranking?
Emerson J Dillon Middle School is ranked #2752 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Emerson J Dillon Middle School?
509 students attend Emerson J Dillon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Emerson J Dillon Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson J Dillon Middle School?
Emerson J Dillon Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emerson J Dillon Middle School offer ?
Emerson J Dillon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerson J Dillon Middle School part of?
Emerson J Dillon Middle School is part of Phoenix Central School District.
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