Serving 605 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 was 51% (which was lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 57% (which was higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Sleepy Hollow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
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
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
28%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
605 students attend Sleepy Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sleepy Hollow Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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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