Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Maryvale 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 49% (which is lower than 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maryvale Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Buffalo, NY, covering approximately 5.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maryvale Middle School's student population of 518 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Maryvale 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 Maryvale Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2393 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
60%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maryvale Middle School's ranking?
Maryvale Middle School is ranked #2393 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?
49% 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 Maryvale Middle School?
518 students attend Maryvale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Maryvale Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maryvale Middle School?
Maryvale Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maryvale Middle School offer ?
Maryvale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maryvale Middle School part of?
Maryvale Middle School is part of Cheektowaga-Maryvale Union Free School District.
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