Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Sleepy Hollow Middle School ranks in the top 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 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 74% 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: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sleepy Hollow Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Tarrytown, NY, encompassing approximately 10.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sleepy Hollow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Sleepy Hollow Middle School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Sleepy Hollow Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sleepy Hollow Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1738 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
26%
39%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sleepy Hollow Middle School's ranking?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School is ranked #1738 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sleepy Hollow Middle School often compared to?
Sleepy Hollow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irvington Middle School, Sleepy Hollow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sleepy Hollow Middle School?
617 students attend Sleepy Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sleepy Hollow Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sleepy Hollow Middle School?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sleepy Hollow Middle School offer ?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sleepy Hollow Middle School part of?
Sleepy Hollow Middle School is part of Union Free School District Of The Tarrytowns.
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