Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Lackawanna 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 8% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lackawanna Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lackawanna Middle School's student population of 440 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 92% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Lackawanna Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lackawanna Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4256 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lackawanna Middle School's ranking?
Lackawanna Middle School is ranked #4256 out of 4,377 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lackawanna Middle School?
440 students attend Lackawanna Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lackawanna Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lackawanna Middle School?
Lackawanna Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lackawanna Middle School offer ?
Lackawanna Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lackawanna Middle School part of?
Lackawanna Middle School is part of Lackawanna City School District.
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