Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Sweet Home 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 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sweet Home Middle School's student population of 858 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sweet Home 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 Sweet Home Middle School is 0.64, 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
#2533 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
19%
15%
White
55%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Home Middle School's ranking?
Sweet Home Middle School is ranked #2533 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sweet Home Middle School often compared to?
Sweet Home Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Sweet Home Middle School?
858 students attend Sweet Home Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sweet Home Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sweet Home Middle School?
Sweet Home Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sweet Home Middle School offer ?
Sweet Home Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sweet Home Middle School part of?
Sweet Home Middle School is part of Sweet Home Central School District.
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