Serving 169 students in grades 7-8, Sidney 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 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sidney Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sidney, NY, encompassing approximately 87.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, and the furthest edge of the zone is 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sidney Middle School's student population of 169 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empowering Learners for Life'
School Rankings
Sidney 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 Sidney Middle School is 0.30, 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
#2511 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)28.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 25-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 Sidney Middle School's ranking?
Sidney Middle School is ranked #2511 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sidney Middle School?
169 students attend Sidney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sidney Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney Middle School?
Sidney Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sidney Middle School offer ?
Sidney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sidney Middle School part of?
Sidney Middle School is part of Sidney Central School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has a serious discipline problem where the students are allowed to strike, threaten and verbally abuse other students and the staff and no action is taken by the administration. This is a very sad situation that has been allowed to get out of control. We have had to remove our children as we were concerned for their safety.
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