Serving 339 students in grades 5-8, Lansing 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 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lansing Middle School's student population of 339 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'It is a great day to be a Bobcat!'
School Mascot
Bobcats
School Rankings
Lansing 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 Lansing Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1558 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lansing Middle School's ranking?
Lansing Middle School is ranked #1558 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lansing Middle School often compared to?
Lansing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boynton Middle School, Dewitt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lansing Middle School?
339 students attend Lansing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lansing Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lansing Middle School?
Lansing Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lansing Middle School offer ?
Lansing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lansing Middle School part of?
Lansing Middle School is part of Lansing Central School District.
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