Serving 151 students in grades 6-8, Unatego 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Otego, NY, covering approximately 94.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends as far as 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Unatego Middle School's student population of 151 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Unatego 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 Unatego Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2725 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unatego Middle School's ranking?
Unatego Middle School is ranked #2725 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Unatego Middle School?
151 students attend Unatego Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Unatego Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Unatego Middle School?
Unatego Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Unatego Middle School offer ?
Unatego Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Unatego Middle School part of?
Unatego Middle School is part of Otego-Unadilla Central School District.
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