Serving 790 students in grades 5-8, Mill Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Middle School serves the southern part of Buffalo, NY, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mill Middle School's student population of 790 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
790 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be somebody who makes everybody feel like a somebody.
School Rankings
Mill Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1095 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
76%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Middle School's ranking?
Mill Middle School is ranked #1095 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mill Middle School often compared to?
Mill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heim Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mill Middle School?
790 students attend Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mill Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Middle School?
Mill Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mill Middle School offer ?
Mill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mill Middle School part of?
Mill Middle School is part of Williamsville Central School District.
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