Serving 311 students in grades 5-8, South Lewis 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 49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Lewis Middle School's student population of 311 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
South Lewis 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 South Lewis Middle School is 0.12, 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
#2178 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lewis Middle School's ranking?
South Lewis Middle School is ranked #2178 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend South Lewis Middle School?
311 students attend South Lewis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Lewis Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lewis Middle School?
South Lewis Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Lewis Middle School offer ?
South Lewis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Lewis Middle School part of?
South Lewis Middle School is part of South Lewis Central School District.
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