Serving 696 students in grades 6-8, Rye Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Rye Middle School's student population of 696 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rye Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rye Middle School is 0.35, 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
#436 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
80%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rye Middle School's ranking?
Rye Middle School is ranked #436 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rye Middle School often compared to?
Rye Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarsdale Middle School, Port Chester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Rye Middle School?
696 students attend Rye Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Rye Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rye Middle School?
Rye Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rye Middle School offer ?
Rye Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rye Middle School part of?
Rye Middle School is part of Rye City School District.
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