Serving 355 students in grades 6-8, Otto L Shortell 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 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OTTO L SHORTELL MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wampsville, NY, covering approximately 40.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10 to 15-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to its edges and a maximum reach of 9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otto L Shortell Middle School's student population of 355 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Otto L Shortell 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 Otto L Shortell Middle School is 0.29, 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
#3561 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otto L Shortell Middle School's ranking?
Otto L Shortell Middle School is ranked #3561 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Otto L Shortell Middle School?
355 students attend Otto L Shortell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Otto L Shortell Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otto L Shortell Middle School?
Otto L Shortell Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Otto L Shortell Middle School offer ?
Otto L Shortell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Otto L Shortell Middle School part of?
Otto L Shortell Middle School is part of Oneida City School District.
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