Serving 288 students in grades 6-8, Penn Yan Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Penn Yan Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 182.4 square miles in and around Penn Yan, NY. Parents can expect typical driving times of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.8 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 12.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Penn Yan Middle School's student population of 288 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Penn Yan 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 Penn Yan Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2251 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
95%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Yan Middle School's ranking?
Penn Yan Middle School is ranked #2251 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Penn Yan Middle School?
288 students attend Penn Yan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Penn Yan Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penn Yan Middle School?
Penn Yan Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Penn Yan Middle School offer ?
Penn Yan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penn Yan Middle School part of?
Penn Yan Middle School is part of Penn Yan Central School District.
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