Serving 356 students in grades 6-8, Waterloo 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterloo Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waterloo School District, covering approximately 86.8 square miles in Waterloo, NY. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and some areas reaching up to 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterloo Middle School's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterloo 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 Waterloo Middle School is 0.31, 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
#3915 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterloo Middle School's ranking?
Waterloo Middle School is ranked #3915 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Waterloo Middle School?
356 students attend Waterloo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Waterloo Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterloo Middle School?
Waterloo Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterloo Middle School offer ?
Waterloo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterloo Middle School part of?
Waterloo Middle School is part of Waterloo Central School District.
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