Serving 381 students in grades 6-8, New Paltz Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 29% 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: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Paltz Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
New Paltz Middle School's student population of 381 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
New Paltz 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 New Paltz Middle School is 0.47, 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
#2194 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
71%
39%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Paltz Middle School's ranking?
New Paltz Middle School is ranked #2194 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Paltz Middle School often compared to?
New Paltz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Paltz Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend New Paltz Middle School?
381 students attend New Paltz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Paltz Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Paltz Middle School?
New Paltz Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Paltz Middle School offer ?
New Paltz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Paltz Middle School part of?
New Paltz Middle School is part of New Paltz Central School District.
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