Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Vestal 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 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vestal Middle School's student population of 847 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Vestal 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 Vestal Middle School is 0.51, 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
#980 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
68%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Vestal Middle School's ranking?
Vestal Middle School is ranked #980 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vestal Middle School often compared to?
Vestal Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maine-endwell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Vestal Middle School?
847 students attend Vestal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Vestal Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vestal Middle School?
Vestal Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vestal Middle School offer ?
Vestal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vestal Middle School part of?
Vestal Middle School is part of Vestal Central School District.
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