Serving 641 students in grades 6-8, South Orangetown Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 69% (which is higher 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Orangetown Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Blauvelt, NY, encompassing approximately 19 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Orangetown Middle School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
South Orangetown Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Orangetown Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1126 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
61%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Orangetown Middle School's ranking?
South Orangetown Middle School is ranked #1126 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are South Orangetown Middle School often compared to?
South Orangetown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tappan Zee High School, Cottage Lane Elementary School, Nyack Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% 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 South Orangetown Middle School?
641 students attend South Orangetown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Orangetown Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Orangetown Middle School?
South Orangetown Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Orangetown Middle School offer ?
South Orangetown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Orangetown Middle School part of?
South Orangetown Middle School is part of South Orangetown Central School District.
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