Serving 461 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 461 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owego-apalachin Middle School's student population of 461 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2256 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
96%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
461 students attend Owego-apalachin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Owego-apalachin Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
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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