Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Lowville Middle School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lowville Middle School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Lowville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowville Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1789 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
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
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowville Middle School's ranking?
Lowville Middle School is ranked #1789 out of 4,377 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Lowville Middle School?
285 students attend Lowville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lowville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lowville Middle School?
Lowville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lowville Middle School offer ?
Lowville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lowville Middle School part of?
Lowville Middle School is part of Lowville Academy & Central School District.
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