Boynton Middle School

1601 N Cayuga St
Ithaca, NY 14850
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Top 30%
Serving 534 students in grades 6-8, Boynton Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 58% (Top 50%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Boynton Middle School's student population of 534 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
534 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Boynton 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 Boynton Middle School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1287 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
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58%
52%
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63%
49%
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75-79%
78%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
5%
10%
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Hispanic
9%
30%
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Black
6%
15%
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White
66%
40%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.54
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boynton Middle School's ranking?
Boynton Middle School is ranked #1287 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Boynton Middle School often compared to?
Boynton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewitt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Boynton Middle School?
534 students attend Boynton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Boynton Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boynton Middle School?
Boynton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Boynton Middle School offer ?
Boynton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boynton Middle School part of?
Boynton Middle School is part of Ithaca City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 58% (Top 50%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • : 75-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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