Serving 1,138 students in grades 5-8, George Fischer 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 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Fischer Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carmel, NY, encompassing approximately 81.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.5 miles and the furthest edge located 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Fischer Middle School's student population of 1,138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Fischer 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 George Fischer Middle School is 0.59, 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
#2603 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
42%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
49%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Fischer Middle School's ranking?
George Fischer Middle School is ranked #2603 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Fischer Middle School often compared to?
George Fischer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mahopac Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George Fischer Middle School?
1,138 students attend George Fischer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of George Fischer Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Fischer Middle School?
George Fischer Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Fischer Middle School offer ?
George Fischer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Fischer Middle School part of?
George Fischer Middle School is part of Carmel Central School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
They have to much work and no good ideas for games in gym.
4 10/10/2025
The school has its flaws but I`m not going to be that student who whines over it. I say it is an average school and handles situations like any other school would.
1 10/10/2025
I was very disappointed at the fact there is no extra help for the 5th graders. I even called the principal's office and received no call back from the principal just a message from the office saying that they can't make the teachers stay to help the kids. I also inquired about a counselor and was told 5th graders don't have counselors. This is not what I expended from a school in an area where the property taxes very high.
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