Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Owego-apalachin 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owego-Apalachin Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 97.8 square miles in Owego, NY. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5 miles from the school to the zone edge and the furthest point being 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owego-apalachin Middle School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owego-apalachin 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 Owego-apalachin Middle School is 0.08, 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
#2256 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Community Pride Tradition
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owego-apalachin Middle School's ranking?
Owego-apalachin Middle School is ranked #2256 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Owego-apalachin Middle School often compared to?
Owego-apalachin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owego Free Academy, Apalachin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Owego-apalachin Middle School?
457 students attend Owego-apalachin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Owego-apalachin Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owego-apalachin Middle School?
Owego-apalachin Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Owego-apalachin Middle School offer ?
Owego-apalachin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owego-apalachin Middle School part of?
Owego-apalachin Middle School is part of Owego-Apalachin Central School District.
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