Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Orville A Todd 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 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orville A Todd Middle School's attendance zone is located in Poughkeepsie, NY, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles and spanning the entire school district. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orville A Todd 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
Orville A Todd Middle School's student population of 385 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1865
School Rankings
Orville A Todd 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 Orville A Todd Middle School is 0.65, 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
#744 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
54%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orville A Todd Middle School's ranking?
Orville A Todd Middle School is ranked #744 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Orville A Todd Middle School often compared to?
Orville A Todd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poughkeepsie Middle School, Haviland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Orville A Todd Middle School?
385 students attend Orville A Todd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Orville A Todd Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orville A Todd Middle School?
Orville A Todd Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orville A Todd Middle School offer ?
Orville A Todd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orville A Todd Middle School part of?
Orville A Todd Middle School is part of Spackenkill Union Free School District.
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