Serving 279 students in grades 5-8, Letchworth 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 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Letchworth Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gainesville, NY, covering approximately 135.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being 5.9 miles and the furthest edge located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Letchworth Middle School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
75 acres
School Rankings
Letchworth 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 Letchworth Middle School is 0.06, 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
#3077 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Legends
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Letchworth Middle School's ranking?
Letchworth Middle School is ranked #3077 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Letchworth Middle School often compared to?
Letchworth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warsaw Senior High School, Perry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Letchworth Middle School?
279 students attend Letchworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Letchworth Middle School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Letchworth Middle School?
Letchworth Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Letchworth Middle School offer ?
Letchworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Letchworth Middle School part of?
Letchworth Middle School is part of Letchworth Central School District.
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