Serving 705 students in grades 6-8, Pelham Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelham Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Pelham, NY, encompassing approximately 2.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham 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
Pelham Middle School's student population of 705 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
705 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pelham Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham Middle School is 0.55, 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
#282 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
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)9.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham Middle School's ranking?
Pelham Middle School is ranked #282 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pelham Middle School often compared to?
Pelham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronxville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pelham Middle School?
705 students attend Pelham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pelham Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham Middle School?
Pelham Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham Middle School offer ?
Pelham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pelham Middle School part of?
Pelham Middle School is part of Pelham Union Free School District.
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