Serving 446 students in grades 5-8, Putnam Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Putnam Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 30.7 square miles in Putnam Valley, NY. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam Valley Middle School's student population of 446 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Putnam Valley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putnam Valley Middle School is 0.57, 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
#806 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
57%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam Valley Middle School's ranking?
Putnam Valley Middle School is ranked #806 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Putnam Valley Middle School often compared to?
Putnam Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putnam Valley Elementary School, Mahopac Middle School, Putnam Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Putnam Valley Middle School?
446 students attend Putnam Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Putnam Valley Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Valley Middle School?
Putnam Valley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Putnam Valley Middle School offer ?
Putnam Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Putnam Valley Middle School part of?
Putnam Valley Middle School is part of Putnam Valley Central School District.
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