Serving 564 students in grades 7-8, Horseheads Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horseheads Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Horseheads school district, encompassing approximately 140.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles from the school to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horseheads Middle School's student population of 564 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Rankings
Horseheads 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 Horseheads Middle School is 0.29, 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
#2215 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
84%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 Horseheads Middle School's ranking?
Horseheads Middle School is ranked #2215 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Horseheads Middle School?
564 students attend Horseheads Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Horseheads Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horseheads Middle School?
Horseheads Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Horseheads Middle School offer ?
Horseheads Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horseheads Middle School part of?
Horseheads Middle School is part of Horseheads Central School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This is a very nice school. The teachers are kind and, the students are okay.
5 10/10/2025
I love all of my teachers and I know that they are always there to help me through my journey through school
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