Serving 273 students in grades 7-8, Vernon-verona-sherrill 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 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School's student population of 273 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Vernon-verona-sherrill 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 Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2689 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School's ranking?
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School is ranked #2689 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School often compared to?
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitesboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School?
273 students attend Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School?
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School offer ?
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School part of?
Vernon-verona-sherrill Middle School is part of Sherrill City School District.
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