Serving 1,101 students in grades 4-7, Gillette Road Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-7
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gillette Road Middle School's student population of 1,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gillette Road Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gillette Road Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1828 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
78%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gillette Road Middle School's ranking?
Gillette Road Middle School is ranked #1828 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Gillette Road Middle School?
1,101 students attend Gillette Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gillette Road Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gillette Road Middle School?
Gillette Road Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gillette Road Middle School offer ?
Gillette Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gillette Road Middle School part of?
Gillette Road Middle School is part of North Syracuse Central School District.
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