Serving 1,086 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Park Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Park Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Orchard Park, NY, encompassing approximately 49.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge reaching 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Park Middle School's student population of 1,086 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,086 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Orchard Park Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Park Middle School is 0.21, 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
#708 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Quakers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Park Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Park Middle School is ranked #708 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Orchard Park Middle School often compared to?
Orchard Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamburg Middle School, Frontier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Orchard Park Middle School?
1,086 students attend Orchard Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Orchard Park Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Park Middle School?
Orchard Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orchard Park Middle School offer ?
Orchard Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Park Middle School part of?
Orchard Park Middle School is part of Orchard Park Central School District.
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