Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Salmon River 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salmon River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Salmon River Middle School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Salmon River Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salmon River Middle School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3924 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
57%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
33%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon River Middle School's ranking?
Salmon River Middle School is ranked #3924 out of 4,093 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Salmon River Middle School?
322 students attend Salmon River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Salmon River Middle School students are American Indian, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salmon River Middle School?
Salmon River Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salmon River Middle School offer ?
Salmon River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Salmon River Middle School part of?
Salmon River Middle School is part of Salmon River Central School District.
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