Serving 587 students in grades 6-8, Robert J Kaiser 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 21% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert J Kaiser Middle School's attendance zone serves the entire school district in Monticello, NY, covering approximately 195.9 square miles and typically requiring a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 7.9 miles, with the furthest edge located 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert J Kaiser Middle School's student population of 587 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Robert J Kaiser 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 Robert J Kaiser Middle School is 0.70, 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
#3761 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J Kaiser Middle School's ranking?
Robert J Kaiser Middle School is ranked #3761 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert J Kaiser Middle School?
587 students attend Robert J Kaiser Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Robert J Kaiser Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert J Kaiser Middle School?
Robert J Kaiser Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert J Kaiser Middle School offer ?
Robert J Kaiser Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert J Kaiser Middle School part of?
Robert J Kaiser Middle School is part of Monticello Central School District.
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