Serving 657 students in grades 6-8, Oneida 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oneida Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Oneida 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 Oneida Middle School is 0.79, which is more 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
#4013 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
30%
15%
White
18%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneida Middle School's ranking?
Oneida Middle School is ranked #4013 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Oneida Middle School often compared to?
Oneida Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Oneida Middle School?
657 students attend Oneida Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Oneida Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oneida Middle School?
Oneida Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oneida Middle School offer ?
Oneida Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oneida Middle School part of?
Oneida Middle School is part of Schenectady City School District.
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